Heber City in Wasatch County, Utah — The American Mountains (Southwest)

George & Elizabeth White Blackley Home

1878

Photographed by Jeremy Snow, June 19, 2025

1. George & Elizabeth White Blackley Home Marker

Inscription. George Blackley, a skilled carpenter by trade, played a vital role in shaping the early infrastructure of Heber City. His craftsmanship contributed to the construction of the Wasatch Stake Tabernacle, local schools, and many of the historic homes that still stand as a testament to the town's pioneer roots. Elizabeth White Blackley arrived in Heber in 1866 with her three children, Elizabeth, Thomas and Emma. George arrived later with William Lorenzo and John George, and together they raised their family. Elizabeth was a talented tailor, crafting clothing for men in the community, and her artistry extended to music. Known for her beautiful singing voice, she played the mandolin with skill, bringing joy and culture to her family and neighbors.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1878.

Location. 40° 30.621′ N, 111° 24.382′ W. Marker is in Heber City, Utah, in Wasatch County. It is at the intersection of East 200 North and N 400 E, on the right when traveling north on East 200 North. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address:

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421 E 200 N, Heber City UT 84032, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the Wasatch Front

and in Greater Provo.

It is also in the American Mountain West

and in Colorado Plateau.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Rocky Mountains,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain

and also Mexico’s Alta California.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: William & Mary Mair Lindsay Home (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); John E. Austin - Dr. WM. & Emma Wherritt Home (approx. 0.2 miles away); Austin-Wherritt House (approx. 0.2 miles away); Richard Jones Jr. & Agnes Campbell Home (approx. ¼ mile away); Robert and Anna Josephine Peterson Duke Home (approx. ¼ mile away); Peace Treaty (approx. ¼ mile away); Elizabeth Sessions Condon Home (approx. 0.3 miles away); Abram Chase & Maria Luke Hatch Home (approx. 0.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Heber City.

Also see . . . George & Elizabeth White Blackley Home 1878.

Photographed by Jeremy Snow, June 19, 2025

2. George & Elizabeth White Blackley Home Marker

(Submitted on July 10, 2025, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)

George & Elizabeth White Blackley Home Building image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Jeremy Snow, June 19, 2025

3. George & Elizabeth White Blackley Home Building

Credits. This page was last revised on October 11, 2025. It was originally submitted on July 2, 2025, by Jeremy Snow of Cedar City, Utah. This page has been viewed 132 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 2, 2025, by Jeremy Snow of Cedar City, Utah. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.