Welcome to the

John Wesley Powell

River History Museum

Photo courtesy of Lance Robbins.

Photo courtesy of the Jana and Ron Smith Collection.

CURRENT EXHIBITION

Glen Canyon:

A River Guide Remembers

Exhibit open through June 1, 2024.

 

Experience the simplicity and richness of a river trip through the Glen Canyon of the 1950s, with iconic Utah outfitter, Ken Sleight, as your guide. 

 

Upcoming Events

Andy Hutchinson rowing past Tapestry Wall in Glen Canyon, 2021, photo by Dawn Kish.

Howling for Glen Canyon

May 10-11, 2024

 

Embark on a journey through Glen Canyon full of vibrant storytelling, art, photography, film, and live musical performances!

 

Chinese Railroad Worker Archaeology in Utah

May 24, 2024 | 6:00pm 

 

The excavations at Terrace, UT, shed light on the lives of people who played a crucial role in shaping Utah’s history. Learn about the challenges they faced, their contributions, and the significance of their cultural heritage. Free.

Crossroads: Change in Rural America

Exhibition opening June 2, 2024

 

Crossroads: Change in Rural America,” an exhibition from the Smithsonian’s Museum on Main Street (MoMS), takes a broad look at the characteristics of rural America.

 

More information coming soon.

 

Hours

Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00am – 5:00pm

 

Admission

Adults 

 

Seniors (60+)

 

Children (5-12)

 

Family

 

$7

 

$6

 

$2

 

$15

Free admission for children under 5, museum members, and Green River residents.

Contact

1765 E Main Street
PO Box 387
Green River, UT 84525

 

(435) 564-3427

museum@greenriverutah.com

 

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