The following stories and historical articles illuminate the life and times of Henry Lunt — from a legendary Cedar City Christmas to the family's exodus to Mexico and the colourful characters who crossed their path. Select any item to read it in the viewer below.
Christmas 1852
Famine in Mexico (Coloring Book)
Kane's Visit to the Lunts
Rules in the Household
Settling of Cedar City
Sarah Ann Lunt
Cedar Mountain Hideout
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About These Stories
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Christmas 1852
An account of Christmas celebrations in early Cedar City — the first winter in the new settlement.
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Coloring Book — Famine in Mexico
Illustrated by Karina Lewis. A visual account of the Lunt family's difficult years in Colonia Pacheco, Mexico.
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Kane's Visit to the Lunts
The story of Colonel Thomas L. Kane's remarkable visit to the Lunt family and his friendship with Utah pioneers.
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Rules in the Henry Lunt Household
A glimpse into the order, values, and expectations Henry Lunt maintained within his large pioneer family.
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Settling of Cedar City
Pioneer Magazine, 2017, No. 1. Used with permission: Sons of Utah Pioneers. Henry Lunt's role in establishing Cedar City.
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Sarah Ann Lunt
Pioneer Magazine, 2018, No. 1. Used with permission: Sons of Utah Pioneers. The story of Henry's fourth wife and her remarkable life.
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Cedar Mountain Hideout at Cook's Spring (Corry's Ranch)
An account of Henry Lunt's time hiding at Cedar Mountain to avoid federal polygamy marshals.
Additional Documents
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Henry Lunt and the Founding
Historical document on Henry Lunt's role in founding Cedar City.
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Henry Lunt Statue
Documentation of the Henry Lunt statue commemoration.
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Henry Lunt Statue — Salt Lake Tribune
Salt Lake Tribune article about the Henry Lunt statue.
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Kane's Visit to the Lunts (alternate version)
An additional account of the Kane family's notable visit.
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Henry Lunt's 1852 Letter
A personal letter written by Henry Lunt in 1852 (Word document).