Chieftain Museum

History “Santaquin is located in Utah County, about seventy miles south of Salt Lake City in a picturesque and beautiful site with a view of Utah Lake and Mount Timpanogos to the north. Originally called Summit City because of its location at the summit dividing line between Utah and Juab valleys, it was settled in late 1851 by pioneers who were helping settle Payson, located about six miles to the north. Abundant water, plenty of fertile land for farming, and abundant groves of trees for firewood, fence posts, and cabin logs made this an ideal place for a community. Read More

Our amazing Chieftain Museum welcomes all groups, families, and individuals to enjoy the many displays that are housed in the former elementary school. This historic structure was built in 1903 and served as a school for the community until the early 1980’s. The museum’s founders Donna Bott and Florence Lamb, with the support of the community, accomplished their goal to turn the building into a museum, which was dedicated in 1990.