Landmark #104 | Salt Lake County | Visited: May 5, 2011 | Plaque? YES! 🙂 |
What is it? | A plaque commemorating the eighth known camp site of Utah’s first arriving band of pioneers! |
What makes it historical? | THE PLAQUE SAYS: This ten-acre block served as camping grounds for immigrant trains. The vanguard of the first band of pioneers pitched their tent here July 23, 1847, at which time, their leader, Orson Chase, dedicated the land. Later it became the focal point for semiannual cattle drives. Was used for a hay market, baseball grounds, carnivals, medicine shows, skating rink, and circus performances. In pioneer days it was called Washington Square and Emigration Square; later it was known as the Eighth Ward Square.
OTHER TIDBITS: That pretty well sums it up! |
How can I Help the Helpers? | HERE’S HOW:
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How do I find it? | Listed Directions: 4th South and State Street Salt Lake City, UT 84114 Annotations: From Beaver: ~200mi (322km) — 3.4hrs |
When should I go? | Whenever the mood strikes you! |