Items that have been donated by several interested citizens of the community are on display, as well as histories, photos, and stories on file for research. The museum has been well-received by the residents of North Ogden. There are about 15 volunteer board members who meet on a weekly basis with thousands of combined volunteer hours.

The museum has obtained a non-profit status, and we look forward to more community involvement. Our goal is to preserve our heritage by displaying an authentic setting of the past and to preserve the photos and histories of North Ogden residents. We feel there is a great need to educate the community about the legacy of our ancestors and the founders of the city. This knowledge and involvement will hopefully establish a sense of belonging in our community. We would like to present a fascinating learning environment for children, as well as adults, and to create an enthusiastic connection to the past.

Your support and involvement is greatly appreciated!

(NICHOLAS DRANEY/Standard-Examiner) A model train makes its way through a replica of North Ogden.

North Ogden museum gets its own home

By Rachel J. Trotter, Standard Examiner Correspondent
Wednesday, October 12, 2011

NORTH OGDEN — There was an abundance of smiles and laughter as members of the North Ogden Museum committee opened the doors of its new museum last week for the first time at their open house.

The committee was able to get into the home Sept. 1. The volunteers went to work painting, cleaning and getting the carpet stretched to get it ready to open.

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The North Ogden Historical Museum is constructing an exhibit preserving the “Dummy Line”, the nickname for the Utah-Idaho Central Railroad, an electric interurban. Here, the museum president tells what is planned for the exhibit. If you have information about the Utah-Idaho Central, contact a member of the museum board at www.nohmuseum.org.

Joshua Bernhard has been instrumental in helping the museum. He recorded, edited, and produced an informative video for our railroad display. Joshua is also affiliated with the Union Station, Golden Spike RLHS, and the Hostler’s Railroad Club. The museum staff would like to thank him for his expertise.

Images of America, North Ogden

They’re here!!
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Our 6½” x 9¼” paperback book containing 229 black and white photos of historical North Ogden is available now! The cover price is $21.99, but you can order them directly from us here at a discounted price.  Proceeds will directly benefit the North Ogden Historical Museum!

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Local Pick Up $20.00 Mail Delivery $26.00

The history of North Ogden is a combination of the people, the land and landmarks, the climate, and the resources. Throughout the years there have been many changes; however, there are also many constants. The sweeping vistas and beautiful mountain ranges, as well as the breathtaking sunsets, remain much the same as they appeared to the early settlers. Ben Lomond Peak has always risen like an invitation into the skyline, luring many hikers, past and present, to conquer its vistas. The early settlers encountered challenges beyond imagination while striving to achieve a better life for their families. This same pioneer spirit lives on in the citizens of today as many continue to strive for excellence in themselves and to prepare for future generations.

The members of the North Ogden Historical Museum would like to take readers on a journey through the past to the era of the early settlers and the first 100 years of North Ogden’s history. Our book is not a complete history, but contains a treasure trove of photographs, offering a glimpse into the past. The many accounts of courage, strength, and determination will have an impact on every reader. Several of these stories illustrate how much easier our lives are today. The dugout houses where families were raised, the premature death of loved ones, and the laborious tasks required for survival were not a deterrent to the valiant pioneers. The happy celebrations, social activities, and education continued in spite of the many challenges, and the economy thrived with bartering, business, and ingenuity. The North Ogden Historical Museum invites you to delve into a page from our town’s history to learn about and appreciate the great city of today.

Holly W. Fuller

This photo was taken in 1905 at North Ogden’s “Red Brick School” showing the entire student body at the time. Can you identify any of these children? Click on the photo to enlarge it.