History Moab

06/18/2026

Come hear my unique perspective on the historical connection between Arches National Park and Canyonlands National Park!

Join “History Moab” founder Blaine Reniger as we discover the captivating history of Arches and Canyonlands national parks.

05/25/2026

Happy Birthday Bates Wilson!

04/30/2026

🎥 What's your FAVORITE movie filmed in the Moab area? Have you ever been an extra?
Film has played a major roll in Moab history. In 1949, John Ford came here to film "Wagon Master" and the following year in 1950, John Wayne filmed "Rio Grande" and the list goes on and on.
Throughout the 1950s, Moab became known as "Little Hollywood" as so many movies were being filmed here. Today there have been over 50 major productions, many commercials, minor scenes and photographic advertising done around our region here.

Get the FULL list of movies here! ⬇️⬇️⬇️
https://www.discovermoab.com/attractions/arts-in-moab/movie-sites/

04/29/2026

Special thanks Rim to Rim Restoration for the opportunity to speak on the history of Mayberry Farm at their Earth Day event. What a beautiful story and legacy.

04/29/2026

House on Fire - Ancestral Pueblo archeological site. This site was used from 750-1300CE. Contrary to the name, these weren't houses in the sense of dwelling, rather, they were granaries used to store corn, beans and squash to keep them safe from the elements and rodents. Local sandstone slabs held together by jacal (a cement made from mud and sticks) and chinked with smaller stone, indicating a Chaco Canyon cultural influence.

04/17/2026

Interested in how History Moab came to be? Check out the latest article in Moab Real Estate Magazine written by the talented Rachel Fixsen!
The true drive behind History Moab's success is the love and support from my wife, our family and friends. Grounded by sheer passion for our rich history that's all around us. SE Utah and the four corners is truly the largest outdoor museum.