Welcome To
Museum of Uintah County
“Connecting the past, present, and future to the world around us.”
HOURS
September – May
Monday – Thursday
9 am – 5 pm
Friday
9 am – 4 pm
Saturday
10 am – 4 pm
June – August
Monday – Friday
9 am – 6 pm
Saturday
10 am – 4 pm
*CLOSED SUNDAYS*
*Open some holidays, check our calendar for updates*
Free Admission
Donations Gratefully Accepted
Our Mission
The Museum of Uintah County preserves and promotes the heritage of the Uinta Basin region from the time of the first peoples forward, by presenting an excellent educational museum experience to the community and its visitors, connecting the past, present, and future to the world around us.
Our Vision
The Museum of Uintah County is an educational institution that curates and preserves a collection of historical objects from the time of the first peoples to the present. It offers an enjoyable family experience that chronicles the activities of all of the peoples of the Uinta Basin, teaching visitors the values of a diverse and dynamic populace. The museum engages the community and promotes cultural heritage programs through a series of tours, workshops, themed art shows and exhibitions
Main Attractions
First Peoples Exhibit
The First Peoples exhibit is home to traditional clothing, tools, pottery, and beadwork. Come learn more about the First People who inhabit(ed) the Uinta Basin and surrounding areas.
Local History Exhibits
We have many exhibits about the county’s past, and the people who have become the prominent figures we know today.
First Lady Dolls Exhibit
The First Lady dolls are some of the most unique and beautifully made displays in Utah. Hand-crafted and painstakingly stitched, these dolls are a must see for any group.
Gun Collection
Our gun collection includes a variety of firearms through the years, showcasing the craftsmanship and structural design of each era.
Art Gallery
Come see our rotating exhibits. Check our calendar or our social media for updates to see what will be on display while planning your visit.
Gift & Book Shop
The gift shop is home to both amazing, historical works of literature as well as toys designed to bring us back to previous eras in our history. With something for everyone, the gift shop is a perfect stop on your visit.
More from us
Planning your Trip?
Learn more below about other places to visit while you are in town
Discover More History
- Uintah County Library Regional History Center (152 East 100 North, Vernal)
- Daughters of Utah Pioneers (DUP) Museum (200 South 500 West, Vernal)
- Utah Field House of Natural History State Park Museum (Dinosaur Museum) (496 East Main Street, Vernal)
- Dinosaur National Monument & Quarry (State Route 149, 4 Miles North, Jensen)
- McConkie Ranch/Dry Fork Petroglyphs (6228 McConkie Road, Dry Fork)
- Flaming Gorge Heritage Museum (95 North 2nd West, Manila)
Other Attractions
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