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At first glance this book SEEMS perfect for our #ArchivesFeast celebration, but it actually contains Spring City ordinances from 1912. 😂 Perhaps it's fitting because ordinances are the recipes for a functional municipality! 😉 #ArchivesHashtagParty

If cooking isn't your thing, another way to celebrate #ArchivesFeast is at a local restaurant! The Dept of Highways (now Utah DOT) snapped these photos of road signs along Highway 89 in the 1960s. Check out all 180 images online: bit.ly/3q0jcAq #ArchivesHashtagParty

After taking a tour of Utah State Archives with her class from BYU-Idaho, Elli interned with the Local Govt team and helped accession 100 cubic ft of records! Her sleuthing skills were unmatched in helping to re-establish the original order in this complicated series of probate records

💚🖤 This green and black marbled cover has seen its share of history! A perfect pick for #MarbledMonday, this well-worn cover houses the Sanpete County Civil Court Index, which gives names, case numbers, and court dates dating back to 1887. 🖤💚

It's a 1960s holiday edition of #TypographyTuesday! Over 40 years, the Utah DOT official photographer captured thousands of moments—including a few with seasonal cheer! 🎅 Explore the index in our Digital Archives: bit.ly/3VHgi3w

In 1912, William Henry Huffman moved to Lockerby, a small community near Monticello, UT where his family took advantage of the Homestead Act. On Oct 12, 1918, Henry was drafted into the Army but, while at Fort Douglas, he died from influenza on October 30. bit.ly/4iDJCC1

This Western Union telegram was sent #TD 97 years ago! Found in the CO River Compact records, it shows Gov Dern coordinating about congressional hearings. Although government work never stops, the cheerful design of this telegram brings a little holiday spirit to the mix! 🎁🔔

🎄 #MerryChristmas from Governor and Mrs. Leavitt—and a special appearance by Mr. and Mrs. Claus! 🎅✨ This festive moment was captured at the Governor’s Christmas party in 1999. Explore hundreds of photos from Governor Leavitt’s collection online: bit.ly/31gStUP

Happy first night of #Hanukkah ! #DYK this rare holiday mashup has only happened a handful of times since 1900? The special years were 1910, 1921, 1959, 2005, and now 2024! 📸: Governor Huntsman and Rabbi Benny Zippel lighting the Hanukkah menorah in 2008 at the UTAH STATE CAPITOL

✨ For our final #MarbledMonday of 2024, we're highlighting a fore-edge masterpiece! ✨ Local Government Archivist Alan Barnett uncovered this gem while processing the Sanpete County Criminal Docket (1920–1928). This striking volume once belonged to the county attorney.

#OTD 45 years ago, Utah Department of Natural Resources captured this breathtaking view of Goblin Valley State Park. Taken on January 10, 1980, the photo showcases the park’s iconic sandstone ‘goblins,’ shaped over millions of years by wind + water. Here's hoping your weekend is just as picturesque! 🌄

Today's #MarbledMonday is found in the Beaver County School District's General Ledger. Inside, monthly accounting summaries reveal receipts and disbursements—complete with amounts, purposes, and totals. The July 1929 page highlights teacher pay rolls and school funds. 📜

The State Records Committee is back in action! In January, the committee will be meeting twice. Today's meeting starts at 9am and the public may attend via Zoom at us02web.zoom.us/j/83255052976 #SRC #StateRecordsCommittee #RecordsMatter

The State Records Committee is back for a second hearing in January. Today's meeting starts at 9am and the public may attend via Zoom at us02web.zoom.us/j/83255052976 #SRC #StateRecordsCommittee #RecordsMatter