Free Museums in Tooele

"Dubbed the “Trailhead to Utah,” the Natural History Museum of Utah (NHMU) features an expansive collection of dinosaur skeletons, interactive biology, geology and Native American cultural exhibits housed in one of the most architecturally distinctive buildings in the state."

"If you’re traveling sans small wallet-draining noise makers, consider a visit to the Natural History Museum on the U of U campus or the Modern Art Museum downtown. The Red Butte Botanical Garden is worth a visit as well. Then return your rental car and board your plane."

"Located at the Gateway Shopping Center, the Clark Planetarium opens visitors eyes to the wonders of space and time. Admission to the exhibits are free of charge, and if you’re feeling adventurous, tickets to the Hansen Dome and Orbital ATK IMAX Theatres for mind-blowing shows are inexpensive for both adults and children. Stop in and learn about the earth, moon, stars, and even a meteorite that you can touch!"

"Original photograph Mike Murray, composited with public domain nebula from NASA. The Clark Planetarium is a wonderful and fun educational location that is among the best things to do in Salt Lake City, Utah. Over 10,000 square feet of ground throughout the spot offer countless multidimensional exhibits and lots of activities to take part in."

"Open 365 days a year, the Clark Planetarium has many attractions. One of its biggest draws is its IMAX theater. This five-story venue hosts the screenings of incredibly vivid documentary and Hollywood films in 3D."

"Discovery Gateway: The Children’s Museum of Utah stretches over 60,000 square feet and is a discovery center that is dedicated to interactive learning when it comes to all things science related. If you are traveling with a family then this makes a great rainy day activity, and you can get hands on with a range of different galleries that will help you to better understand science and the way the world works."

"Is there any better way to explore Salt Lake City with kids than at a children’s museum?. Discovery Gateway in the Gateway shopping and entertainment complex downtown offers more than 60,000 square feet of fun with tons of Salt Lake City activities for kids. The entire museum is designed specifically for kids with hands-on exhibits, activities, and play areas that encourage problem-solving and collaboration."

"The Utah Museum of Fine Arts is Salt Lake City's premiere cultural and visual arts center, located within the University of Utah's Marcia and John Price Museum Building. Though the museum's roots at the university trace back to the turn of the 20th century, it was officially established in its present incarnation in 1951. Today, the American Alliance of Museums-accredited facility holds a collection of more than 17,000 artworks and artifacts spanning from antiquity through the present day, including works from the Americas, Africa, Asia, Europe, and Oceania."

"Utah Museum of Fine Arts is one of the major cultural and visual arts resources in the region. Founded in 1951, this is one of the coolest places for art, culture, and history lovers. Located in the Marcia and John Price Museum Building in SLC, the Utah Museum of Fine Arts is a part of the University of Utah as well."

"The Utah Museum of Fine Arts, founded in 1951, offers an impressive collection of more than 20,000 pieces of artwork."

"If you’re visiting Salt Lake City and don’t know much about the history of the area, this museum is worth a visit. There are plenty of exhibits, including Mormon Trails—which focuses on the pioneers who arrived in the Salt Lake Valley between 1846 and 1890—and a gallery of artwork on the second floor."

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"Monkeywrench serves strictly vegan ice cream at their brick-and-mortar location on Gallivan Avenue that’s creamy and delicious. This small-batch ice cream shop is also owned by Boltcutter (next door), so grab lunch or dinner there and head straight to Monkeywrench (one of the best vegan restaurants in SLC) for a scoop or two. Favorite flavors include rocky road and caramel cone."

"Although techhhhhnically not within walking distance of downtown (for most), we figure the deliciousness of RubySnap cookies will drive people to do many things. SLC’s best cookie shop features homemade heavenly cookies named after timeless female names including the Audrey, Ricki, Judy, and Margo. As the tagline says, “You know you want my cookies”."

"This 50s-inspired bakery uses only fresh, high-quality ingredients, and their lavish cookies have pinup girl personas, from the Aubrey (almond dough, almonds, cranberries, and white chocolate) to the Zoey (blueberry lemon chia with a fresh-squeezed lemon glazed)."

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"At every Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy unrivaled hospitality, explore a carefully curated wine list and experience expertly crafted steak made to order. Reservations required. Open for dinnerDress code: CasualPhone: +1 801-355-3704"

"Known for its classic steakhouse fare, artfully prepared for contemporary tastes, Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar is a favorite for upscale surf & aged turf. Open for dinnerDress code: CasualPhone: +1 801-355-3704"

"This is a restaurant with integrity through sourcing local ingredients from community farms; Zest is committed to sustainable, healthy foods. Their menu is full of creative combinations, deliciously fresh food, and signature drinks. Sample dinners include baked ziti, manicotti, stir-fry veggies in coconut curry, etc.The atmosphere is vibrant."

"This restaurant features trendy vegetarian, vegan, and organic dishes as you wish. And also, the bar is well known for its tasty cocktails for adults. So if you are finding for a high-quality vegan restaurant for lunch or dinner, Zest is there anytime."

"Although downtown, From Scratch is one of the best kept secrets in the town!. It’s situated on a lesser known street- Gallivan Avenue, just off of State Street and Broadway downtown. This downtown Salt Lake City restaurant takes their name to heart and literally creates everything From Scratch (you heard me- even their ketchup) with their locally sourced menu of bistro fare features pizza, burgers, salads, and house made desserts."

"A casual eatery focusing on fresh and fast, with bubbly-crust wood-fired pizzas taking center stage. The scratch burger with shoestring onions served on a soft brioche bun is a close second. There are also soups,..."

"With three locations in the metro area, Penny Ann’s Cafe serves the best pancakes, not just in Salt Lake City but in all of Utah. Penny Ann’s heavenly hotcakes are light and airy due to the sour cream whipped into the pancake batter. Enjoy a traditional stack slathered with creamy butter and a thick layer of Vermont maple syrup."

"I will never forget the time I first took a bite of a heavenly hot cake from Penny Ann’s Cafe. Their sour cream pancakes, I believe, are the secret to their success. Next time you come here try the pot of gold, breakfast burrito, biscuits and gravy, or a slice of their peanut butter pie."

"Winner Best of State Best Breakfast and home of the “Heavenly Hot Cakes” - PAC is a family run cafe that serves up fresh homemade dishes in a cozy cafe setting."