Past Events

Present by Keith Behunin and the Fertile Dirt Band

Presented by Glenn Rogers

Presented by Colin Smith, Master Woodworker

Linda Murie will demonstrate weaving on our loom.  She will give a presentation on the growing of cotton and processing it into fabric to worn.

Denise Winter, historical clothier and researcher, will lead the guided journey as we take an in-depth look at some of the special treasures in the clothing collection to reveal their hidden stories. Who were the people that wore their? What is their significance to pioneering history? What was the purpose of the garment? What do the garments tell us about the people who wore them? The discussion and exhibit will include clothing worn by citizens of Southern Utah including military…

Glenn Rogers is the Shivwits Band Chairman and is going to talk about the Indians who lived in Washington County when the Pioneers arrived.  Their customs and how they related to the Pioneers.

Reuben Wadsworth, a published author of several historical books about Washington County, is going to talk about the Ghost Towns in our area.  He will be taking information from his book, 'Red Rock Recollections, Vol 2.'

Glenn Cooper, an old Cowboy, is going to talk about and demonstrate how Cowboys dressed.  Their clothing and gear had a special purpose and design which Glenn is going to discuss.  Yeehaw!!