Brigham Young Winter Home
Historic sites
The restored 1870s St. George home where Latter-day Saint leader Brigham Young spent his final winters. Now a historic house museum offering free guided tours of the home and adjacent office.
History
Brigham Young, president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, spent the winter months in this St. George home during the 1870s (from 1870 to 1877 per the Church), seeking relief from the harsher northern Utah winters. The adobe-and-wood home and its adjacent office have been restored and furnished to reflect their 1870s appearance. The property was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1971.
Visiting
The winter home is located at 67 West 200 North in downtown St. George. Guided tours lead visitors through the restored home and office, offering a look at pioneer-era domestic life and the role St. George played in the region's early history. Tours generally take about half an hour, and the site is open to the public during posted hours.
Frequently asked questions
Why did Brigham Young have a winter home in St. George?
He spent winters in the milder southern Utah climate during the 1870s, away from the colder winters of the Salt Lake City region.
Can I go inside the Brigham Young Winter Home?
Yes. Guided tours lead visitors through the restored home and adjacent office, furnished to reflect their 1870s appearance. The site is open to the public during posted hours.
Address
67 W 200 NSt. George, UT 84770