2024 Historic Homes Tour

Sponsor our annual Historic Homes Tour and support Preservation Utah.

A Tradition Preservation Utah's 53rd Annual Historic Homes Tour
Preservation Utah's Historic Homes Tour is one of our largest annual events. It has been a tradition for generations, taking people of all ages on journeys through days of old nested inside historic neighborhoods.

Since 1971, Preservation Utah has held an annual tour of historic homes in different neighborhoods in Utah. Previous tours have included South Temple, Yalecrest, Normandie Heights, Avenues, Capitol Hill, Downtown, Federal Heights, and Westmoreland Place and Heights, as well as parts of Bountiful, Farmington, Copperton, Magna, and Park City.

For over 50 years, the Historic Homes Tour has allowed the public to see how historic buildings can be brought into the comfort of the 21st century while maintaining the historic character and charm only historic buildings can provide.

With the permission and generosity of the building owners, the tour opens privately owned buildings to the public. Preservation Utah volunteers guide the public through the homes, offering historical and educational information about various aspects of the buildings.

Between 400 and 1,200 people attend, requiring over 100 volunteers to guide people through the 5-7 beautiful historic buildings we feature on the tour.

2024 Location - City Creek Canyon Historic District

The City Creek Canyon neighborhood holds a special place in Salt Lake City. Enveloping the natural contours of a gentle canyon, it acts as a serene oasis separating the vibrant neighborhoods of Capitol Hill and the Avenues.

At the heart of this district lies Memory Grove, a poignant memorial park created in the aftermath of World War I honoring the sacrifices of those who served.

The neighborhood surrounding the canyon holds a distinct charm, with a handful of residences intimately tied to its history. Dating back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, these homes, many built between 1880 and 1920, embody the architectural
styles of their time.

Its unique blend of natural beauty and historic architecture, comprising over fifty residences, serves as a living testament to the city's growth and commitment to civic improvement over the decades.

Tour Headquarters
Memorial House was originally constructed in 1890 as a stable and equipment storage shed. In 1926, Salt Lake City leased the building to the Service Star Legion and prominent Salt Lake architects Hyrum Pope and Harold Burton were hired to design a new façade with Georgian style. The brick walls were covered with stucco, six rounded dormers were added to the roof, and the stable doors on the east wall were turned into elegant French doors. In July of 1994, Preservation Utah re-opened the doors of Memorial House for public use and has continued to operate the building as a meeting, event, and reception center ever since.