Stories about local arts and culture events and profiles about local creatives.
Have you found that perfect gift for your Valentine yet?! Look no further than BRAND PC at 692 Main St!
BRAND PC is a pop-up shop produced by the Park City Summit County Arts Council (Arts Council) to spotlight local creative brands and entrepreneurs from around Summit County.
Read MoreWe are pleased to introduce the Prospect Executive Suites as our January gallery feature! Our monthly blog series showcases all of our wonderful Park City galleries on a rotating basis.
Every month we tell the story of a local gallery and the gallerists and artists behind them. For this month’s spotlight we spoke with Kelly Pfaff and David James of The Prospect Executive Suites at 2078 Prospector Ave, in Park City. The Prospect offers fully furnished executive suites that not only embrace the beauty of the mountain aesthetic but the artistry of the Park City community with gorgeous interior design and a rotating pop-up gallery.
Read MoreAfter my brother Rob sustained a traumatic brain injury while riding his bicycle — yes, he was wearing a helmet — I was asked to teach a course called “Writing Through Grief.” I politely declined. It had only been a few months since he’d died, and I couldn’t deal with my own feelings of ambivalence and loss — let alone guide others who had been in a similarly dark place.
Read MoreThe Park City Summit County Arts Council will hold its next Project ABC Community Convening in partnership with the Park City Community Foundation on Friday, February 14th from 9:30am - noon at the Christian Center of Park City at 1283 Deer Valley Drive. Light breakfast and coffee will be provided.
Read MoreExperience art in the mountains over Presidents’ weekend at the new Winter Arts Showcase on Saturday and Sunday, February 15 and 16th from 10am - 5pm at the Park City Community Church.
Read MoreWith its vast variety of panels, exhibits, live music, and of course screenings, Sundance has proven to be a massive attraction to not only locals but people from all parts of the world. Put simply, for people who love movies, Sundance is one of the most exciting events of the year.
Read MoreCheryl Soshnik, had a unique first Sundance Film Festival experience. “One of those early years, a guy by the Holiday Village Cinemas stops me and says 'Hey, want to see a film for free? They're just getting ready to begin.' Those were the early days of Sundance!”
Read MoreDolly's Bookstore at 510 Main Street has been a fixture since 1972. It takes its name from the original owner, Dolly Makoff who always had a cat or two on site and was often adopted them out to local residents.
Read MoreWe are pleased to introduce our latest installment in our monthly blog series that showcases our wonderful Park City galleries. A prestigious and diverse art scene awaits visitors and local art aficionados alike throughout Park City’s historic district and beyond.
Every month we tell the story of a local gallery and the gallerists and artists behind them. For this month’s spotlight we spoke with Lunds Fine Art Gallery owner, Allen Lund, who’s gallery is located on 591 Main St. in Park City. Check out Lunds Fine Art website here, to find out more about them and stay on top of upcoming exhibits, events and more!
Read MoreMusic plays a very important role in bringing people together. Whether it’s a festival, concert or a club night, people come together to enjoy the music that’s being played. It’s amazing to see the number of people coming from different countries in the whole world, just to be part of the experience. At festivals like Tomorrowland or Ultra, you’ll see a lot of people from all over the world to enjoy the whole musical experience.
Read More2020 marks the 100th year anniversary of the 19th amendment which gave women the right to vote in the United States. As part of their celebration of women's suffrage, Park City Museum has an exhibit honoring Nina Allender, whose activist spirit and artistic talent played a key role in propelling the movement forward.
Read MoreHow can a change of hair color lead to transformation into an author? Local author, Lola Beatlebrox has an answer. “At the turn of the millennium, I changed my hair color. Since then I've logged more than 500 hours in the hairdresser's chair reading and marveling at news stories about the folly of mankind. That, and a keen sense of American social issues, inspired me to create the character of Tracy Lemon.”
Read MoreThe Kimball Arts center is holding an event called “Noon Year’s Eve” in which it allows for parents to celebrate the new year with their children at an appropriate time besides midnight. Kimball Arts states, “Celebrate the New Year at a kid-appropriate time with wishes for 2020, art projects, an apple cider toast, and countdown to the 12pm balloon drop. $25 per child, adults are free.” This is a fantastic way to celebrate the new year with children, while the adults celebrate the holiday at midnight.
Read MoreIt’s the most wonderful time of the year and countless places in Utah are celebrating the holiday season. However, Park City has a special stretch of holiday festivities to enjoy starting December 20th through January 5th. Join the magic of the holiday season in Park City during Snowfest. Celebrations abound, from Santa Comes Down Town Lift to the 57th Annual Torchlight Parade, fireworks, festive carolers, spectacular ice sculptures, holiday movie nights, special daily surprises and more. Your favorite holiday memories are sure to be made with Snowfest in Park City.
Read MoreFor most people, movies are viewed as simple form of entertainment. By design, they are meant to provide entertainment to the masses, but is it that all? It can be very easy to be dismissive of films. So-called popular films can seem especially inconsequential. However, can you honestly say you’ve never been influenced or affected by a film in a meaningful and lasting way?
Read MoreBRAND PC is a pop-up shop produced by the Park City Summit County Arts Council (Arts Council) to spotlight local creative brands and entrepreneurs from around Summit County. The pop-up shop has come a long way since the initial idea was formulated in 2016. Over the years there has been a tremendous increase in interest and engagement from the creative entrepreneurial sector. A Holiday Celebration to honor the space, open to the public, will be held on Saturday, December 14th from 7-10pm.
Read MoreWe are pleased to introduce our latest installment in our monthly blog series that showcases all of our wonderful Park City galleries on a rotating basis! A prestigious and diverse art scene awaits visitors and local art aficionados alike throughout Park City’s historic district and beyond.
Every month we tell the story of a local gallery and the gallerists and artists behind them. For this month’s spotlight we spoke with Nancy Stoaks, Curator at the Kimball Art Center located at 1401 Kearns Boulevard in Park City. Check out Kimball Art Center’s website here for current exhibitions, upcoming exhibitions and year-round events.
Read MoreBrand PC not only features local artists and makers but features amazing local writers as well. We talk to local Summit County writers hear about their craft and about their writing path and journey to BRAND PC.
Read MoreEach month we’ve been featuring a Park City Public Art Board Member’s favorite local art piece, and this month we heard from Kathy Kahn. Her favorite Park City public art piece is the mural in the China Bridge Parking Structure by Emily Herr. See what she has to say about the piece here, and then head over to the China Bridge Parking Structure to experience it for yourself.
Read MoreThe latest Summit County art piano is currently in production! Artist Michael Calles has just started work on the Chase upright piano at the Summit County Library - Kamas Valley Branch.
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