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Local veterans group outlines plan for regional heritage museum and venue

5066526 · June 23, 2025
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A representative of the Southwestern Heritage Association presented a proposal seeking about 30–50 acres for a regional heritage museum and public venue, saying the association already has large artifact donations and a 16,000-square-foot high-bay building pledged; commissioners expressed interest and asked staff to follow up on land options.

A volunteer group told the Iron County Commission Wednesday that it has assembled a large collection of artifacts and donor commitments and seeks roughly 30–50 acres for a regional heritage museum and public venue that would be run by the association.

Colonel Al Matheson, speaking for the Southwestern Heritage Association, said the organization has established a 501(c)(3), assembled pledges of artifacts that include restored…

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