Situated on the banks of the wild and scenic Green River, the museum explores the history of the Colorado River system
Discover the adventures of John Wesley Powell, delve into local paleontology and geology, admire historic watercraft, and stroll through the River Runners Hall of Fame to uncover the rich history of river running on the Green and Colorado Rivers.
Upcoming Events
2027 Bowline Film Festival
March 19-20, 2027 ~ What lies around the next bend? Find out at the Bowline Film Festival at the John Wesley Powell River History Museum in Green River, Utah. Journey into the mystery and adventure of the Colorado Plateau watershed and beyond through films that explore wild rivers, unexpected discoveries, and the people drawn to the unknown. Bring your curiosity—and leave inspired for your next adventure.
Adventure Flows Here!
Current Temporary Exhibit
Ulrich "Uli" Martins, Granite Springs, Grand Canyon Mile 220.5, 1963. Photo taken by Les Jones
Opened Oct 3, 2026
Kayak Revolution
innovate! explore! Play! repeat!
The wild rivers of the Colorado Plateau became a proving ground for a new kind of adventure.
With fragile boats, homemade gear, and an appetite for discovery, early kayakers plunged into roaring rapids, explored unknown canyons, rebuilt what broke—and came back for more. Meet the champions, teachers, tinkerers, and fearless explorers who transformed kayaking and found a lifetime of excitement around the next bend.