Children's Museums

Hutchings Museum

Name: Hutchings Museum
Address: 55 N Center St, Lehi, UT 84043, Lehi, UT, US
Telephone: (801) 768-7361
Rating: 4.8

★★★★☆ 4.8 (279 reviews)

📍 55 N Center St, Lehi, UT 84043

📞 (801) 768-7361

🌐 www.jhutchingsmuseum.com

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	11 AM–5 PM
Wednesday	11 AM–8 PM
Thursday	11 AM–8 PM
Friday	11 AM–5 PM
Saturday	11 AM–5 PM
Sunday	Closed

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About Hutchings Museum

Minerals, dinosaur bones & pottery. Compact museum featuring a collection of artifacts including rocks, minerals, crafts & fossils. The museum features a surprisingly compact layout that packs a wide variety of exhibits including minerals, fossils, live animals, pioneer artifacts, and an original log cabin, with visitors reporting they consistently discover something new on repeat visits. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 279 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Natural History Museum
Best For: Families and school-age children
Highlights: Live animal shows, fossil presentations, pioneer crafts, rocks demonstrations
Summer Camps: $175 for 4-day camps (Tuesday-Friday, 10 AM-2 PM)
Special Event: Lehi Roundup Week (June 23-27) with half-price admission

💡 Did You Know?

⭐The museum features a surprisingly compact layout that packs a wide variety of exhibits including minerals, fossils, live animals, pioneer artifacts, and an original log cabin, with visitors reporting they consistently discover something new on repeat visits
⭐Summer camps are offered at an affordable rate of $175 for 4-day camps running Tuesday-Friday from 10 AM-2 PM, with sessions scheduled for June 16-19, July 7-10, and July 14-17
🏛️The museum hosts an annual Lantern Light Tour event (now in its second year as of 2025) that features storytelling experiences, demonstrating ongoing innovation in visitor programming and special events
⭐The museum offers half-price admission during Lehi Roundup Week (June 23-27) with daily themed activities, making it an accessible community resource during local celebrations
⭐Interactive exhibits include live animal shows, rock presentations and demonstrations, fossil day activities, and explorer backpacks with treasure hunts that engage both children and adults

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Plan for 2 hours to fully experience the museum and notice all the details. The exhibits are more extensive than the small exterior suggests, with surprisingly dense collections packed throughout the space.
💡Request a volunteer-led tour when visiting. Reviewers consistently highlighted the knowledgeable and entertaining volunteer guides as a standout feature that significantly enhances the educational experience.
💬Visit during Lehi Roundup Week (June 23-27) for half-price admission and daily themed activities, making it an excellent value for families during the summer season.
💡Grab an explorer backpack with a treasure hunt map and activity guide when you arrive. This interactive tool is highly engaging for kids and helps structure the visit for families with school-aged children.
💡Don't judge by the website—the museum's actual collection and experience are significantly better than online descriptions suggest. Focus on the local Utah history and pioneer artifacts for unique, personalized exhibits.