Welcome to the

John Wesley Powell

River History Museum

Home of the River Runners Hall of Fame

Situated on the banks of the wild and scenic Green River, the museum explores the history of the Colorado River system

Learn about the expeditions of John Wesley Powell, explore regional paleontology and geology, view historic watercraft, and take a walk through the River Runners Hall of Fame to learn about the history of river running on the Green and Colorado Rivers

Upcoming Exhibitions

Glen Canyon Exposed: Now and Then

A New Photographic and Film Exhibition by Dawn Kish and Tad Nichols

Coming Spring 2025 

 

Be a part of history and help bring a new exhibit to life! Glen Canyon Exposed: Now and Then is a landmark photographic and film exhibit by celebrated artists Dawn Kish and Tad Nichols.

 

To make Glen Canyon Exposed: Now and Then a reality, we need your support.  To learn more and to donate, click the link below. 

Hours

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

Seasonal Winter Closure: December 22, 2024 – January 20, 2025

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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