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This is the place heritage park

📍 Promontory, UT, USA
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Quick Facts

Location
USA, Salt Lake City
Category
Historic Ruins & Heritage
Duration
1-2 hours
Address
Promontory, UT, USA
Coordinates
40.7540, -111.8167

Introduction

This Is the Place Heritage Park, located at the mouth of Emigration Canyon east of Salt Lake City, is the historic site commemorating the Mormon pioneers' 1847 arrival in the Salt Lake Valley. On July 24, 1847, Brigham Young led the Mormon pioneer wagon train into the valley and uttered the famous words \"This is the place,\" declaring this as the new home for the Mormon people, giving the park its name. The 450-acre park recreates a 19th-century Utah pioneer village with over 50 historic and replica buildings, from log cabins and blacksmith shops to schools and early Salt Lake City homes, vividly depicting the Mormon pioneers' arduous journey from Illinois to the Salt Lake Valley. The park also features Brigham Young's memorial statue, the Salt Lake City monument, and the Pioneer Memorial. The annual Days of '47 celebration on July 24 is Utah's grandest festival, with parades, rodeos, and fireworks commemorating this history that shaped Utah.

✨ Highlights

1
This Is the Place Monument
The park centerpiece marks Brigham Young's declaration, with bronze pioneer statues and granite obelisk marking the July 24, 1847 arrival moment in the Salt Lake Valley.
2
Pioneer Village Recreation
Recreates a 19th-century Utah pioneer village with over 50 historic buildings including log cabins, blacksmith shops, schools, and churches open for exploration.
3
Days of 47 Celebration
Each July 24 hosts Utah's grandest Days of 47 festival with parades, rodeos, fireworks, and pioneer costume events commemorating the Mormon arrival.
4
Brigham Young Statue
A bronze equestrian statue of Brigham Young faces the valley, honoring the second Mormon leader who led the western migration founding Salt Lake City.
5
Pioneer Wagon Experience
Visitors can ride horse-drawn wagons replicating 19th-century vehicles through the park, experiencing the pioneer journey across the plains.
6
Native American Heritage
The park also displays Ute and Shoshone culture, presenting indigenous life and history before the Mormon arrival.

🛈 Practical Info

→Location：Mouth of Emigration Canyon east of Salt Lake City, about 15 minutes from downtown
→Recommended Duration：2-3 hours; 3+ hours with wagon ride and building tours
→Best Time to Visit：July 24 Days of 47 celebration is grandest; summer weekends feature pioneer reenactments
→Opening Hours：May-October daily 9:00-17:00; November-April weekends only
→Ticket Information：Adults $13, Seniors 65+ $11, Children 3-11 $9, under 3 free
→Transportation：About 15 minutes drive via Sunrise Boulevard; no direct public transit

💡 Tips

• If visiting Salt Lake City in late July, plan to come July 24 for Utah's grandest pioneer parade and celebration events.
• Horse-drawn wagon ride tickets are sold separately; reserve a time slot upon arrival before touring other buildings.
• Costumed 19th-century pioneer interpreters roam the park; engage them to hear stories of the Mormon westward migration.
• The park sits at the canyon mouth; combine with canyon scenery and This Is the Place monument hiking for a half-day trip.
• November-April weekends only with some buildings closed; visit in summer or fall for the complete pioneer village experience.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of This is the place heritage park?

May-October daily 9:00-17:00; November-April weekends only

How much is the admission for This is the place heritage park?

Adults $13, Seniors 65+ $11, Children 3-11 $9, under 3 free

Any practical tips for visiting This is the place heritage park?

If visiting Salt Lake City in late July, plan to come July 24 for Utah's grandest pioneer parade and celebration events. Horse-drawn wagon ride tickets are sold separately; reserve a time slot upon arrival before touring other buildings.

How long should I spend at This is the place heritage park?

A typical visit takes 1-2 hours.