Whitaker Museum – Centerville City

Whitaker Museum
168 N Main St,
Centerville UT 84014
(801) 335-8843

Open Tuesdays
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Special Tours by Appointment

Organized groups must make a reservation.
whitaker@centervilleut.com

Tours

School Groups & Youth Organizations
Free of charge. We'll help you plan an unforgettable field trip to the Whitaker Museum. Trained guides provide lively and instructive tours for students of all ages, from preschool to college. Advance reservation is required.

Each tour meets the Davis County Curriculum Content Standards.

Scheduling
Tours should be arranged at least two weeks in advance. Please inform us about your students’ needs and interests, number of people (students and adults) in your group, as well as your preferred date and time.

Confirmation
The date, time, and content of your field trip are not finalized until you email receive confirmation.

Group Size
We can accommodate multiple groups, provided we know your numbers in advance. Be prepared to divide into smaller groups of 15 students prior to the start of the tour.

Chaperones
Two adult chaperones are required for every 15 students. Chaperones must remain with the group at all times.

Get Involved

The Whitaker is sustained through the many volunteers who donate their time, resources, and money. Each gift, large or small, carries a message of affection and commitment. Put your talents to work, make new friends, and make a difference!

Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Committee is appointed by the Museum Board, and recognized by the Mayor and Centerville City; this lively group is a mainstay of the Whitaker.

Events & Program Activities
Volunteers are needed at evening lectures, family events, seasonal parties, decorating the period rooms, and at story nights.

Service/Eagle Scout Projects
Eagle Scouts and other organizations are welcome to contact The Whitaker for service projects. We have an ongoing list of needs.

Internship Opportunities
Whether for academic credit or personal satisfaction, interning at The Whitaker is a rewarding experience. Internships are volunteer positions.

Archives
Support our part-time archivist by organizing documents and photographs, transcribing, proofreading, and entering data.

Curatorial
Help research, document, and care for the Whitaker's collection.

Education
Help develop and deliver programs and materials that serve teachers, students, museum tour guides and other audiences.

Gardens & Grounds
Help maintain the 2-acre historic property. There are ppportunities to assist with special projects, landscape designing, research, master gardening, and volunteer management.

Donations

We believe the Whitaker museum has a place in the cultural landscape as a place that teaches, transforms, delights and develops the mind, heart, culture, and community. Competition for federal, state, and non-profit funding is fierce. That is why you are the Whitaker's most important supporter.

How to Donate
If you would like to contribute to the Whitaker and have questions please contact the Museum. You may also mail your contributions to: Centerville City/Whitaker, 250 North Main, Centerville, UT 84014

You may also call the City Treasurer during business hours and donate by credit card (801-295-3477)

Whitaker Museum Policies

Centerville's Heritage Museum

Come explore, learn, and enjoy our rich heritage. Open to the public every week except Independence Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, & New Years.

Events

Community Garden

All levels of gardeners are welcome, from beginners to master gardeners. If you are interested or would like more information please contact Erin Redd as soon as possible to secure your plot (801-663-1293 or sixredds@gmail.com). Plots will be filled on a first-come first-served basis… so don’t delay! Welcome to the 2018 gardening season! We cultivate…

6th Annual “Elizabeth’s Victorian Tea” May 19th

Since the reign of Queen Victoria, the observance of afternoon tea has become a treasured custom in Great Britain. Charles Dickens aptly described the tradition as one “in which we were perfectly contented with ourselves and one another.” This event is for ladies age six and up. Event chair is Lori Henderson.

Centerville’s Stories

The 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m., different aspects of Centerville’s history will be shared. Contact the Museum at (801) 335-8843 or whitaker@centervilleut.com for more information or if you have a story to tell.

Honey Sweet Bee

The Whitaker is now the home of a colony of bees. Come learn of the necessity of bees for the health of a garden and witness their production of pure gold. Event Chairs are Rich and Carrie Briscoe.

Annual Christmas at the Whitaker

Step back to Christmases of yesteryear. Hear old-time Christmas music and a story or two. Smell the smells of Christmas past. Make a craft, write a letter to Santa and take home a treat enjoyed in pioneer days. Bring a camera and take an “old fashioned” picture with Santa Claus between the hours of 4:00pm…

Annual Whitaker Zombie Fun Run

Bring family, friends or fiends and run the course not knowing what lurks around the next bend. Dress up – costumes are encouraged. A raffle will be held at the end of the race. Tickets will be won for stealth, not speed. How often do you get the chance to be chased by a dead…

Clara Goudy Day September 4th

6th Annual Cemetery Twilight Tour

Come and hear the stories of Centerville’s permanent residents presented by Paul T. Smith, historian and author. Reserve a spot on the cemetery tour. Appropriate for ages 12 and older. Event Chairs are Paul and Gail Smith. 2018 Dates to be determined.