The Historic Small Town That Every Utahn Should Visit At Least Once

Many of Utah's small towns are full of historical significance. Many of these historic towns in Utah were settled by early Mormon pioneers, and many have interesting histories of mining or farming. Spring City in Utah is a historic small town that every Utahn should visit at least once.

The little town of Spring City is located in central Utah, near Ephraim.

To find Spring City, take US-89 between Spanish Fork and Salina; it's about halfway between.

Spring City was founded by Mormon pioneers in 1852.

James Allred and several of his family members founded the town. Later, immigrants from Denmark moved to Spring City and the town was nicknamed "Little Denmark." Today, the town is home to just under 1,000 people and 50 of the buildings here are on the National Register of Historic Places.

Many of the historic buildings here are private homes, such as the Behunin-Beck House.

Completed in 1883 by Isaac Behunin, it was sold just four years later to Simon Beck, the local postmaster who raised nine children here.

The Judge Jacob Johnson House was the largest home in town.

The original part of this house was built in 1875, with an addition added in 1892. Judge Johnson had two wives and served as both a circuit judge and US Congressman.

The Orson and Mary Ann Hyde House was home to one of the most distinguished members of the community.

Orson Hyde was one of the original 12 apostles (leaders) of the Mormon church. He had eight wives, and lived with Mary Ann and two of his other wives here. He hosted Brigham Young several times while living at this home at 209 S. Main Street.

The Niels Borreson home has a sordid history.

One of Spring City's first homes, it was built in 1864 for Niels Borreson and his three wives. He served a couple six-month sentences at the Territorial Prison in Sugarhouse for polygamy, though he certainly wasn't the only resident of Spring City to have multiple wives.

The Old Schoolhouse was constructed in 1899.

This beautiful building recently underwent an extensive renovation.

Spring City is well known for its artistic community. You'll definitely want to visit Horseshoe Mountain Pottery while you're here.

Joe Bennion offers his pottery here, and his wife, Lee Bennion is a renowned painter. Look for Horseshow Mountain Pottery at 278 S. Main Street.

While you're in town, don't miss the opportunity to dine at Das Cafe.

This adorable cafe serves up the best German food you've ever tasted. Seriously, people come from all over the state just to eat here!

The Strate's Garage Building was most recently home to the Spring City Arts Gallery.

This turn-of-the-century automotive showroom is an iconic fixture on Main Street Spring City.

These are just a few of the many historic buildings you'll find when you visit Spring City in Utah. Have you been to this charming small town? What are some of your favorite things to do in Spring City? Let us know in the comments.

When you take your day trip to Spring City, consider making it a longer getaway by staying at the historic Hollyhock House built in 1873.