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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
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.
Photo courtesy of the Jana and Ron Smith Collection.
CURRENT EXHIBITION
Glen Canyon Exposed:
Now and Then
Exhibit open through September 3, 2026
Glen Canyon Exposed: Now and Then is a landmark photographic and film exhibit by celebrated artists Dawn Kish and Tad Nichols. This unique showcase presents two perspectives of Glen Canyon: Nichols’ iconic 1950s images, captured before the construction of Glen Canyon Dam, and Kish’s contemporary photographs and documentary film, chronicling the canyon’s stunning reemergence as water levels recede.
An evening with Glen Canyon artists and advocates celebrating “Glen Canyon Exposed: Now + Then,” a photography and film exhibit by Dawn Kish and Tad Nichols
Come and celebrate with us as we honor three remarkable individuals and one intrepid group of kayakers being inducted into the River Runners Hall of Fame! With exciting activities and lots of opportunities to socialize, the inductees’ presentations will occur on both Friday and Saturday. Evening induction ceremonies will take place at Green River High School both nights, and other activities will take place at the museum, Green River State Park, and Swasey’s Beach throughout the day on Saturday.