Founders’ Day Event

You’re invited to join us in celebrating the founding of our great Provo city on Wednesday, April 1st. The event will take place from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, featuring a special program at 6:00 PM with prominent Utah historian Robert Carter. He will be speaking on “The Sons and Daughters of Utah Pioneers Encourage a History Revival in Provo,” offering a unique look into why these landmarks were established and their historical significance to our community.

The DUP Museum will also be open during that time for guests to enjoy various activities and demonstrations. If you have ever passed by and wondered about the history of the village and museum, this is the perfect opportunity to come and find out.

Admission to this event is free, though donations are always welcome to help support our programs. We look forward to seeing you there for an evening of history and community.

Utah History – Teachers Reserve Spring Tours

It’s no secret that our engaging portrayal of the Provo experience can enhance your Utah Studies curriculum. Provo Pioneer Village is located on the original site of the second fort built in Provo and features historical buildings from Provo and other Utah locations. Our volunteer personnel are experienced in presenting the Pioneer History of our area in a youth-friendly way that captivates and teaches about the history and unique lives of early Utah pioneers. 

We’re taking reservations for April 2026 and May 2026. To reserve a tour, please make an appointment at least two weeks in advance, CLICK HERE for our 2025-2026 School Tour Request form. This allows us to welcome your group separately from other visitors and at a time convenient for you. There is no charge for your visit, but we are a non-profit group and ask for a voluntary donation to help our tours continue into the future.

At least an hour should be planned to be able to see the displays, 90 minutes is required to participate in guided tours and activities. We offer pioneer games, handcarts and other hands-on activities. So come make a day of it at the Provo Pioneer Village! A pavilion is nearby at North Park for large groups to comfortably eat bag lunches. The Daughters of the Utah Pioneers Museum is also available for tours (their contact info is on the request form). We can accommodate groups of up to 50; If you schedule an appointment with the museum for the same time, we can split larger groups and rotate between the two sites. Once we have your completed request form we will respond quickly to coordinate all the details. Thanks!

2026 Events

  • April 1st: Founders Day, 5:00pm-8:00pm; Program at 6:00pm
  • May 25th: Memorial Day / Opening Day, 11:00am-3:00pm
  • May 27th: Summer Hours Begin
  • July 4th: Independence Day, 11:00am-3:00pm
  • July 24th: Pioneer Day
  • September 7th: Labor Day / Closing Day, 11:00am-3:00pm
  • October: Harvest Festival, 5:00pm-8:00pm
  • December 11th, 12th, and 14th: Pioneer Christmas at the Village, 5:00pm-8:00pm

All events are held at the Provo Pioneer Village unless otherwise noted. Some events may be canceled or changed without notice.

We are always looking for partners from the community to share appropriate activities that will be educational and entertaining.  We invite community members to contact us with their ideas and availability.