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.

Current Exhibitions & Upcoming Events

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.

 

A Celebration of Glen Canyon Exposed

Thursday, September 3, 2026 | 5:30pm-8:30pm

 

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

2026 River Runners Hall of Fame Festival

October 2 & 3, 2026

 

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. 

Hours

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

Last admission sold at 4pm

Store closes at 4:30pm

Admission

Adults (18+)

Seniors (62+)

Children (7-17)

Family

$8

$6

$3

$25

 

Free admission for children under 7, 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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