Such an amazing collection of Dixie history! I spent over 2 hours looking at things and still didn't get to all the rooms. I will be coming back to look some more! The docent was quite busy with a couple of other groups while I was there, so I didn't interrupt her to ask many questions. I do want to come again when it isn't busy so I can ask more questions and find out more about the amazing items. It was especially cool to get to see my great-great-grandmother's piece of the silk friendship quilt. I do wish they would display that quilt better because all the signatures weren't visible. My great-grandmother also signed it, but her piece...
Read moreThis was a little gem of a museum. My 10 and 12 year old enjoyed it. They both enjoy history and there was a lot of artifacts from the pioneer days, along with information on how these early white settlers to this area functioned on a day to day basis, what tools they used, silk worm cultivation, etc. The museum staff were knowledgeable and friendly. the museum entrance fee is by donation and for the artifacts they have it was worth a nice donation. It’s definitely a good stop if you’re interested in the early Mormon church...
Read moreEnjoyed checking out the exhibits with our kids. (They have a scavenger hunt for kids) our youngest (9) was kind of bored so I’d suggest 10+. The curators are very friendly and will take the time to explain what they can about the items. Not sure why they don’t allow pictures inside, but it felt like a junk drawer from other museums. We were there for an hour or so. They have a cute little gift shop. Warning: there is so much stuff here it completely fills the cases and walls, if you have ADD bring a...
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