In celebration of the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary, Sevier County Archives and Heritage Services is proud to host “The Pen Is Mightier: Writing a Revolution,” a free traveling exhibition for visitors of all ages. This special event is on display at Snow College Richfield Library in the Washburn Building from February 18, 2026, to March 26, 2026.
The exhibition helps viewers explore the powerful tools of communication that sparked revolution and sustained the fight for independence. “The Pen Is Mightier” brings history to life through 20 curated panels, revealing how Revolutionary leaders harnessed printing presses, secret codes, and signals of sound, light, and music to inspire action and ignite lasting change.
“At Sevier County Archives and Heritage Services, our mission is simple: gather. preserve. share. Hosting ‘The Pen Is Mightier: Writing a Revolution’ allows us to do exactly that — to gather as a community, preserve the powerful stories and ideas that shaped our nation, and share in the enduring legacy of liberty. This exhibition reminds us that words sparked a revolution and that communication continues to shape our freedoms today. We invite families, students, veterans, and neighbors across Sevier County to experience this inspiring display and celebrate 250 years of the American spirit together,” invites Elaine Wayland, Organization Director.
“This exhibition is a powerful reminder that communication can turn ideas into action,” says Nicole Handy, executive director of America250 Utah. “The same can be said of our founders in their fight for democracy, which is what inspired this showcase of pivotal American moments — showing how messages became movements and sparked lasting change.”
This traveling exhibit is part of a larger exhibit on the 4th floor of the Utah State Capitol through December 2026. Find out more about the exhibit and explore educational resources for teachers and parents at
https://america250.utah.gov/exhibit/
For more information on viewing the exhibition, please call 435-979-3854.
About “The Pen Is Mightier” Exhibition
“The Pen Is Mightier,” an initiative of America250 Utah, is sponsored by the Larry H. & Gail Miller Family Foundation in conjunction with the
Utah Arts & Museums Traveling Exhibition Program. The exhibition tours all 29 Utah counties through December 2026. See the schedule
here. America250 Utah is directed by the America250 Utah Commission, with support from Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox, Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson, and the Utah State Legislature.
About the Traveling Exhibition Program
Utah Arts & Museums’ Traveling Exhibition Program offers curated exhibitions to Utah communities and is supported, in part, by the National Endowment for the Arts.
UDA&M is a division of the Utah Department of Cultural & Community Engagement. For more information about the Traveling Exhibition Program, visit this
website.
