1. 1847: Brigham Young Enters the Salt Lake Valley
On August 27, 1847, Brigham Young became the first documented Euro-American to enter the Salt Lake Valley, which would eventually become the center of Mormon settlement and the capital of Utah.
2. 1894: The Great Park City Fire
The Great Park City Fire began on August 26, 1894, and destroyed much of the mining town of Park City, Utah, during the early morning hours of August 27. Despite the massive destruction, no lives were lost in the fire.
3. 1914: Saltair Resort Fire
Saltair, a once-popular resort on the shores of the Great Salt Lake, was destroyed by a major fire on August 27, 1914. The resort was eventually rebuilt and continued to attract visitors until it was closed in 1958.
4. 1968: Elbert D. Thomas Dies
On August 27, 1968, Elbert D. Thomas, a prominent Utah politician, died. Thomas had served as a U.S. Senator from Utah from 1933 to 1951 and was known for his support of land conservation and progressive reform.
5. 1988: Robert Redford's Sundance Institute Takes Over
On August 27, 1988, Robert Redford's Sundance Institute took over the operation of the Utah/U.S. Film Festival, which would eventually become the Sundance Film Festival. Since then, the festival has become one of the premier venues for independent film in the world.
5 Fun Facts About August 27 In Utah History
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