Fort Douglas Archaeology Walking Tour

The Utah State Historic Preservation Office (Utah SHPO) works to preserve Utah's past.

Utah State Historic Preservation Office

Join Dr. Chris Merritt Archaeologist from the Utah State Historic Preservation Office on a walking tour of the historic Fort Douglas!

Fort Douglas Military Museum

2023 Fort Douglas Tour Dates

In honor of Archaeology and Historic Preservation Month, Dr. Chris Merritt is offering three dates for his popular Fort Douglas Walking Tour. For this tour he brings large format photos and artifacts to bring  the past to life.

Join archaeologist Dr. Chris Merritt from the Utah State Historic Preservation Office for a walking tour of the historic and archaeological legacy of Utah's longest-serving military post. Learn about what archaeologists have discovered over the past thirty years of investigating the Fort, its architectural legacy, and how the post changed over time. Tour will include some large-format maps and hands-on artifact discussions as well. At the end of the tour participants are welcome to explore the Fort Douglas Military Museum to get an even more in-depth exploration of this site's rich history.  Participants must be able to walk on both sidewalks and uneven terrain for three miles, and must be over 18 years of age unless accompanied by a responsible adult. May can provide a wide range of weather, so be prepared for wind, rain, heat, and even snow. Good hiking shoes, a hat, and lots of water are a must.

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