National Register of Historic Places listings in Box Elder County, Utah facts for kids

This page lists all the amazing historic places in Box Elder County, Utah, that are part of the National Register of Historic Places. Think of it like a special list of buildings, sites, and areas that are super important to American history!

These places are officially recognized by the United States government for their historical value. You can even find their exact locations on a map using their latitude and longitude coordinates.

Right now, there are 43 special places in Box Elder County on this list. Sadly, three other places were once on the list but have since been removed.

What is the National Register of Historic Places?

The National Register of Historic Places is America's official list of places that are important to our country's history. These can be buildings, structures, objects, sites, or even entire historic districts. When a place is added to the Register, it means it's worth preserving for future generations to learn from and enjoy.

Historic Places You Can Visit in Box Elder County

Box Elder County is home to many fascinating historic sites. Let's explore some of them!

Buildings and Homes with History

Many old houses and buildings in the county have interesting stories.

George and Mabel Anderson House

This house in Brigham City was added to the list in 2014. It's a great example of homes from its time.

Martin Anderson House

Also in Brigham City, the Martin Anderson House joined the Register in 2003.

Box Elder County Courthouse

The courthouse in Brigham City is a very important building. It was listed in 1988.

Box Elder Flouring Mill

This old mill in Brigham City, listed in 1990, reminds us of how people used to make flour.

Brigham City Carnegie Library

Libraries built with money from Andrew Carnegie are special. This one in Brigham City was listed in 1984.

Brigham City Fire Station/City Hall

This building in Brigham City served as both a fire station and city hall. It became historic in 1988.

Brigham City Mercantile and Manufacturing Association Mercantile Store

This store in Brigham City, listed in 1990, was a big part of the town's business history.

Alma Compton House

Another historic home in Brigham City, the Alma Compton House was listed in 1988.

Corinne Methodist Episcopal Church

This beautiful church in Corinne has been on the Register since 1971.

Elberta Theatre

The Elberta Theatre in Brigham City, listed in 1991, was a place for entertainment.

Alfred and Marie Fawson House

This Brigham City home was added to the list in 2003.

Peter and Anna Christena Forsgren House

Another historic house in Brigham City, listed in 2003.

Fryer Hotel

The Fryer Hotel in Deweyville became a historic site in 1988.

Garland Carnegie Library

Like the one in Brigham City, this library in Garland was also built with Carnegie funds and listed in 1984.

William and Nettie Glover House

This Brigham City home was added to the Register in 2000.

Granary of the Relief Society

This granary in Brigham City, listed in 1990, shows how communities stored food.

Christian and Annie Holst House

This historic home in Brigham City was listed in 2003.

Hotel Brigham

The Hotel Brigham in Brigham City, listed in 1991, was an important place for travelers.

Howard Hotel

Another historic hotel in Brigham City, the Howard Hotel was listed in 1994.

Nels and Minnie Jenson House

This Brigham City house was added to the Register in 2000.

Jeppson-Reeder House

This home in Brigham City became a historic site in 2003.

Knudson Brothers Building

This building in Brigham City, listed in 1992, was important for local businesses.

Jonathan and Jennie Knudson House

This Brigham City house was added to the Register in 2000.

Mountain States Telephone and Telegraph Building

This building in Brigham City, listed in 1996, played a role in early communication.

Oregon Short Line Depot

This old train station in Brigham City was listed in 1992.

Planing Mill of Brigham City Mercantile and Manufacturing Association

This mill in Brigham City, listed in 1990, helped process wood.

Plymouth School

The Plymouth School in Plymouth was recognized as historic in 1986.

A. N. Tanner House

This house in Grouse Creek was listed in 1982.

Thompson-Hansen House

This Brigham City home was added to the Register in 1994.

Union Block

The Union Block in Brigham City, listed in 1991, was another important commercial building.

Washakie LDS Ward Chapel

This chapel in Washakie was listed in 1998.

William L. and Mary Watkins House

This Brigham City house was added to the Register in 2001.

Historic Districts and Sites

Some areas are important as a whole, not just one building.

Box Elder Stake Tabernacle

This tabernacle in Brigham City is a very old and important religious building, listed in 1971.

Central Pacific Railroad Grade Historic District

This long stretch of old railroad tracks near Park Valley is a historic district. It was part of the first transcontinental railroad! It was listed in 1987.

Cutler Hydroelectric Power Plant Historic District

This power plant near Beaver Dam uses water to make electricity. It became a historic district in 1989.

Golden Spike National Historic Site

This famous site near Promontory is where the "golden spike" was driven in 1869. This event connected the first transcontinental railroad across America! It was listed in 1966.

Hampton's Ford Stage Stop and Barn

This old stagecoach stop and barn in Collinston was listed in 1971. It's now a community theater!

Hogup Cave

This cave near Park Valley is a very old archaeological site. It shows signs that people lived there from about 6500 BC to AD 1470! It was listed in 1986.

Holmgren Farmstead

This farm in Tremonton was listed in 2001.

Lower Bear River Archeological Discontiguous District

This is an archaeological area near Brigham City, listed in 1986. It's a place where scientists study the past.

Southern Pacific Railroad: Ogden-Lucin Cut-Off Trestle

This railroad trestle across the Great Salt Lake was a huge engineering feat! It was listed in 1972.

Transcontinental Railroad Grade

Another part of the historic transcontinental railroad near Corinne, listed in 1994.

Willard Historic District

This district in Willard is a whole area with many historic buildings. It was listed in 1974.

Former Listings

Sometimes, a historic place might be removed from the National Register. This usually happens if the building is changed too much or is no longer standing.

Box Elder High School Gymnasium

This gymnasium in Brigham City was listed in 1985. However, the school district took it down in 2011, so it was removed from the Register in 2013.