The division produced volume 27 of Beehive History, which makes history from prehistoric times to the present accessible to the general public. Beehive History has been used widely by teachers and students and also goes to the members of the Utah State Historical Society. The division produced a bimonthly newsletter to inform the public about division programs and about history activities around the state. Educational Events During the Olympic Winter Games, the division kept its exhibit and bookstore open until 10 p.m. Staff volunteered for evening hosting duties and welcomed guests from all over the world as they explored the state’s history. Because of these extended hours many Utah residents had their first encounter with the division museum and programs and promised to return. 10,000 people visited the museum during February 2002. The division’s exhibits attracted 46,317 individual visits during the fiscal year. 2,198 of these visitors were school children participating in docent- and staff- led tours created and organized by division staff. Many of the visitors came as part of a new division event that made history come alive for families: History for Halloween. Elementary school teachers have commented: “I was fascinated with the history and how the docent brought it to life for the students.” “This is wonderful!” “I am bringing my husband back with me.” The Annual Meeting of the Utah State Historical Society attracted 300-400 people, ge nerated and disseminated first-rate scholarship, and provided a valuable venue for ne tworking and sharing ideas. Some 200 people who attended the division-sponsored Statehood Day in Fillmore connected with the history and historical treasures of the central part of the state. The event generated greater interest in and awareness of Fillmore and surrounding areas. The annual Prehistory Week, presented by the division and its partners, drew attention to Utah archaeology in 22 events around the state. Division archaeologists led tours— filled to capacity—of Danger and Jukebox Caves. More than 500 people, mostly families, attended the Prehistory Open House at the Rio Grande, where they learned about the early peoples of Utah through hands-on activities. The division received more than 150 entries in its annual Prehistory Week poster contest. The 2002 Brown Bag lecture series at the Rio Grande Depot highlights sports in Utah and draws some 30 people monthly.
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