This Month's Highlights: keep reading to learn more about... 🏠This Month’s Tours: McCune, Meditation Chapel, and more 🏅 Honoring Linda Flanders – Our Volunteer of the Year
👋 Meet more of our fantastic summer interns 🎟️ Registration for Preservation Utah Reunion is open
đź“° Hands On Education w/ Rehab It Right
🚶🏻‍♀️ Become a Member and Join our Volunteers |
This Month's Highlights: keep reading to learn more about... 🏠This Month’s Tours: McCune, Meditation Chapel, and more 🏅 Honoring Linda Flanders – Our Volunteer of the Year
👋 Meet more of our fantastic summer interns 🎟️ Registration for Preservation Utah Reunion is open
đź“° Hands On Education w/ Rehab It Right
🚶🏻‍♀️ Become a Member and Join our Volunteers |
Our Volunteer of the Year: Linda Flanders |
Our Volunteer of the Year: Linda Flanders |
Linda has been an integral part of Preservation Utah for over a decade, generously volunteering her time for the past 11 years, including 9 years of dedicated service on the Volunteer Council. Linda is always ready to step in when needed, whether filling in as a last-minute tour guide or tackling unexpected odds and ends. Her adaptability, cheerful spirit, and willingness to lend a hand make her an invaluable support to the staff. Her favorite Preservation Utah tours to lead are the Governor's Mansion, Meditation Chapel and the City and County building. We are deeply grateful for her commitment, flexibility, and the positivity she brings to every task. |
Linda has been an integral part of Preservation Utah for over a decade, generously volunteering her time for the past 11 years, including 9 years of dedicated service on the Volunteer Council. Linda is always ready to step in when needed, whether filling in as a last-minute tour guide or tackling unexpected odds and ends. Her adaptability, cheerful spirit, and willingness to lend a hand make her an invaluable support to the staff. Her favorite Preservation Utah tours to lead are the Governor's Mansion, Meditation Chapel and the City and County building. We are deeply grateful for her commitment, flexibility, and the positivity she brings to every task. |
Spotlight On Our Summer 2025 Interns |
Spotlight On Our Summer 2025 Interns |
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Lindsey Bevan is a Project Manager in pediatric oncology research. Her passion for historic architecture drives her to stay involved in any way possible. She is currently interning with our Tours Program, focusing on getting our tour app updated with new content and audio. She loves learning about each building and how it contributes to our community. |  |
 | Gracie Kolbenschlag is interning with our Advocacy programming, and she is thrilled to be joining Preservation Utah this summer as a legal intern. She is currently studying Cultural and Historic Preservation at Salve Regina University in Newport, Rhode Island. She is working on our processes, policies, and research to ensure we have a clear advocacy direction and will be helping with location specific advocacy needs. Gracie is passionate about preserving the stories and spaces that shape our communities, with a special interest in historic architecture. When she is back home in Utah, she loves spending time outdoors—especially skiing and mountain biking in the mountains she grew up around! |
Preservation Utah Reunion July 31st | Memorial House | 5:30pm You're invited to a special reunion celebrating the people who helped build and sustain Preservation Utah through the decades. Whether you served on staff, volunteered your time, or guided us as a board member, your role in our story matters—and we want to honor it. |
Preservation Utah Reunion July 31st | Memorial House | 5:30pm You're invited to a special reunion celebrating the people who helped build and sustain Preservation Utah through the decades. Whether you served on staff, volunteered your time, or guided us as a board member, your role in our story matters—and we want to honor it. |
Market Catering Open House July 29th | Memorial House | 4-7pm Join us for Market Catering’s Open House at Memorial House on July 29th from 4–7 pm! Enjoy light bites, beverages, and a firsthand look at how this beautifully restored historic venue can be used for modern events. Whether you’re planning a wedding, corporate gathering, or social celebration, Memorial House is now accepting reservations for 2025, and dates are filling quickly! As a bonus, we’re pleased to offer a 10% discount on event rentals to Preservation Utah members, veterans, active military personnel, first responders, teachers, and nonprofit organizations. For more information or to book your event, contact Rachel Kelly at memorialhouse@preservationutah.org. |
Market Catering Open House July 29th | Memorial House | 4-7pm Join us for Market Catering’s Open House at Memorial House on July 29th from 4–7 pm! Enjoy light bites, beverages, and a firsthand look at how this beautifully restored historic venue can be used for modern events. Whether you’re planning a wedding, corporate gathering, or social celebration, Memorial House is now accepting reservations for 2025, and dates are filling quickly! As a bonus, we’re pleased to offer a 10% discount on event rentals to Preservation Utah members, veterans, active military personnel, first responders, teachers, and nonprofit organizations. For more information or to book your event, contact Rachel Kelly at memorialhouse@preservationutah.org. |
Upcoming Tours Governor's Mansion 07/02/25 @ 2pm and 3pm McCune 07/09/2025 @ 10am and 11am Meditation Chapel 07/11/25 @ 11am-1pm View All Tours Here |
Upcoming Tours Governor's Mansion 07/02/25 @ 2pm and 3pm McCune 07/09/2025 @ 10am and 11am Meditation Chapel 07/11/25 @ 11am-1pm View All Tours Here |
Partner Spotlight: Utah State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) |
Partner Spotlight: Utah State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) |
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Preservation Utah is proud to partner with the Utah State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO)—the agency leading historic preservation efforts statewide under the National Historic Preservation Act. SHPO’s work supports tax credit projects, National Register nominations, Certified Local Government (CLG) grants, archaeological site stewardship, the Utah Main Street Program, and so much more. This year, we were grateful to work with SHPO on the Preservation Engaged Conference, sharing expertise in compliance, architecture, public archaeology, and community revitalization. Behind SHPO’s impact is a dedicated, multidisciplinary team—including preservation architects, archaeologists, historians, program coordinators, records managers, and GIS specialists—who ensure that Utah’s historic places are identified, protected, and celebrated. We’re grateful for their ongoing leadership and partnership in preserving the places that tell Utah’s story. Learn more about their work https://ushpo.utah.gov/ |
Preservation Utah is proud to partner with the Utah State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO)—the agency leading historic preservation efforts statewide under the National Historic Preservation Act. SHPO’s work supports tax credit projects, National Register nominations, Certified Local Government (CLG) grants, archaeological site stewardship, the Utah Main Street Program, and so much more. This year, we were grateful to work with SHPO on the Preservation Engaged Conference, sharing expertise in compliance, architecture, public archaeology, and community revitalization. Behind SHPO’s impact is a dedicated, multidisciplinary team—including preservation architects, archaeologists, historians, program coordinators, records managers, and GIS specialists—who ensure that Utah’s historic places are identified, protected, and celebrated. We’re grateful for their ongoing leadership and partnership in preserving the places that tell Utah’s story. Learn more about their work https://ushpo.utah.gov/ |
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Rehab it Right Over three powerful days, hands met history at the Fifth Ward Meetinghouse during our hands-on Window Restoration Workshop — and the transformation is already showing.
With Restoration West's expert guidance, participants diagnosed and repaired original 1910 windows, breathing new life into this long-neglected landmark. These aren’t just restored windows — they’re a glimpse into a renewed future for a building that will serve as community space and recovery housing under the care of Salt of the Earth. Every scrape, every glaze, every pane put back in place was an act of preservation and hope.
Thank you to all who showed up, got dusty, learned something new, and helped carry this building one step closer to being a place of healing, connection, and resilience.
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Rehab it Right Over three powerful days, hands met history at the Fifth Ward Meetinghouse during our hands-on Window Restoration Workshop — and the transformation is already showing.
With Restoration West's expert guidance, participants diagnosed and repaired original 1910 windows, breathing new life into this long-neglected landmark. These aren’t just restored windows — they’re a glimpse into a renewed future for a building that will serve as community space and recovery housing under the care of Salt of the Earth. Every scrape, every glaze, every pane put back in place was an act of preservation and hope.
Thank you to all who showed up, got dusty, learned something new, and helped carry this building one step closer to being a place of healing, connection, and resilience.
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2025 Engaged Conference The recent preservation conference was full of learning, connection, and hands-on inspiration in one of Utah’s most historically rich regions.
We kicked things off in Spring City, a true preservation success story and National Register Historic District. With its well-preserved limestone homes and pioneer-era outbuildings, the town set a perfect tone for our reception, where stories and community came together under the evening sky.
The next day, we gathered at Wasatch Academy in nearby Mt. Pleasant for a day of workshops, sessions, and skill-building. This 35-acre campus, founded in 1875, is itself a National Register Historic District, featuring 28 beautifully restored and modernized buildings that feel like a small liberal arts college nestled in the heart of Utah. We were especially proud to return to a campus that received a Preservation Utah award in 2016 for restoring its historic Presbyterian Church.
A major highlight was our masonry workshop, where attendees learned traditional techniques for preserving historic materials—hands-on work that keeps these places (and skills) alive for future generations.
The Utah State Historic Preservation Office team did an amazing job!
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2025 Engaged Conference The recent preservation conference was full of learning, connection, and hands-on inspiration in one of Utah’s most historically rich regions.
We kicked things off in Spring City, a true preservation success story and National Register Historic District. With its well-preserved limestone homes and pioneer-era outbuildings, the town set a perfect tone for our reception, where stories and community came together under the evening sky.
The next day, we gathered at Wasatch Academy in nearby Mt. Pleasant for a day of workshops, sessions, and skill-building. This 35-acre campus, founded in 1875, is itself a National Register Historic District, featuring 28 beautifully restored and modernized buildings that feel like a small liberal arts college nestled in the heart of Utah. We were especially proud to return to a campus that received a Preservation Utah award in 2016 for restoring its historic Presbyterian Church.
A major highlight was our masonry workshop, where attendees learned traditional techniques for preserving historic materials—hands-on work that keeps these places (and skills) alive for future generations.
The Utah State Historic Preservation Office team did an amazing job!
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Help Support Preservation Utah |
Help Support Preservation Utah |
Did You Know? You can support us every time you shop for groceries by signing up for a free account with Smith’s Inspiring Donations. It's that easy! |
Did You Know? You can support us every time you shop for groceries by signing up for a free account with Smith’s Inspiring Donations. It's that easy! |
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Sign Up for Advocacy Alerts Sign up for our advocacy alerts to stay informed and engage with the latest historic preservation efforts. We send these alerts as we hear about advocacy needs like urgent action requests, upcoming meetings and hearings, policy updates, volunteer opportunities, success stories, educational resources, and contact information for decision-makers. |
Interested in joining our volunteers? Sign up for our monthly Volunteers In Preservation newsletter (VIP) which includes upcoming volunteer opportunities and volunteer accomplishments. The VIP also includes information about our exclusive Third Thursday tours for our volunteers and members. |
Interested in joining our volunteers? Sign up for our monthly Volunteers In Preservation newsletter (VIP) which includes upcoming volunteer opportunities and volunteer accomplishments. The VIP also includes information about our exclusive Third Thursday tours for our volunteers and members. |
Become a Member Joining Preservation Utah means more than just being a member. You are also making a statement that preserving Utah’s history and cultural resources is your priority. Most importantly, your membership dollars stay in our state and work for Utah communities and residents. Benefits include disocunted tickets for our Historic Homes Tour, invitations to private tours held throughout the year, and discounts from our business partners and Memorial House rentals. But that's not all; see all membership benefits here. |
Become a Member Joining Preservation Utah means more than just being a member. You are also making a statement that preserving Utah’s history and cultural resources is your priority. Most importantly, your membership dollars stay in our state and work for Utah communities and residents. Benefits include disocunted tickets for our Historic Homes Tour, invitations to private tours held throughout the year, and discounts from our business partners and Memorial House rentals. But that's not all; see all membership benefits here. |
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Download Our App Experience over 40 self-guided walking tours on the Preservation Utah app. Explore the rich history and architecture of Utah's historic communities at your own pace and immerse yourself in the region's cultural heritage on-site or virtually. To download/view our app for yourself, visit the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store and search for 'Preservation Utah Tours'. |
Download Our App Experience over 40 self-guided walking tours on the Preservation Utah app. Explore the rich history and architecture of Utah's historic communities at your own pace and immerse yourself in the region's cultural heritage on-site or virtually. To download/view our app for yourself, visit the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store and search for 'Preservation Utah Tours'. |
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Thank You We want to extend a heartfelt thanks to all of the donors, sponsors, and foundations that make our efforts possible. With your support we are able to keep the past alive, not only for preservation, but to inspire and provoke a more creative present and sustainable future. If you are interested in supporting our efforts we invite you to see our impact and support our work in keeping the past alive! |
Thank You We want to extend a heartfelt thanks to all of the donors, sponsors, and foundations that make our efforts possible. With your support we are able to keep the past alive, not only for preservation, but to inspire and provoke a more creative present and sustainable future. If you are interested in supporting our efforts we invite you to see our impact and support our work in keeping the past alive! |
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