Joseph R. and Margaret Wright Murdock
1903

Senator Joseph R. Murdock built this 8,500 sq. ft., 13- bedroom home in 1902 for his wife, Margaret, and their eleven children, making it the largest home in the region for many years. Born in 1858 in Salt Lake City, Joseph moved with his family to Charleston, Heber Valley, where they established a dairy farm. After attending Brigham Young Academy, he returned to Heber, teaching school and later running the Heber Valley Mercantile. In 1904, he founded the Heber Valley Bank, both of which remain on Main Street today. A dedicated civic leader, Joseph served as mayor of Heber City, a Utah State Senator, and a church leader. His efforts to secure $2 million dollars in funding for a major water canal significantly impacted regional development. Joseph & Margaret spent their lives devoted to family, faith, and community, leaving a lasting legacy in Heber Valley.

Part of the Historic Home Tour and located at 188 South 300 West in Heber City, Utah