Salt Lake City Arts Council

Salt Lake City Arts Council The Salt Lake City Arts Council connects artists and the public by producing a number of programs in the performing, visual, literary and folk arts.

The Salt Lake City Arts Council promotes, presents, and supports artists, arts organizations, and arts activities in order to further the development of the arts community and to benefit the public by expanding awareness, access, and participation. The City Arts Council also provides grants to a rich and diverse group of programs produced throughout Salt Lake City, ranging from ethnic arts clubs t

o galleries and studios to major performing arts organizations to literary reading series and to elementary schools that invite artists to work with students in the classroom. Through the arts, the Salt Lake City Arts Council ensures that Utah's capital city is a vibrant, creative and active community, supporting a comprehensive menu of arts activities for people in every age group and from every background, recognizing that the arts in one form or another provide excitement, challenge and satisfaction to people with a wide variety of interests. For more information, visit www.saltlakearts.org.

06/11/2026

We found Kosmo!

After mysteriously disappearing, Garth Franklin’s 20-foot-long metal sculpture of a
Kosmoceratops has been found in its new home at the 700 S and 1000 W roundabout in Poplar
Grove.

Utilizing clues from the Natural History Museum of Utah, we tracked down Kosmo and
discovered that Council Member Puy has been keeping a close eye on our prehistoric friend.

A huge thank you to Garth Franklin, SL C
_publicartprogram, Poplar Grove Community Council,
Natural History Museum of Utah, Salt Lake City Council Member Alejandro “Ale” Puy, and Salt Lake City Government for helping bring this larger-than-life public art project to
life.

Stop by and say hello to Kosmo the next time you’re in the neighborhood!

Open Call for Grant Application ReviewersInterested in shaping the local arts community? Sign up to be a panelist where ...
06/08/2026

Open Call for Grant Application Reviewers

Interested in shaping the local arts community? Sign up to be a panelist where you can review and score grant applications for Salt Lake City Arts Council. Panelists are expected to commit 30-40 hours and will receive a paid stipend.

Apply using the link in our bio by Friday, June 12 to be considered.

06/03/2026

Finch Lane Gallery is proud to present two upcoming exhibitions on display from Mon, June 8 – Fri, July 17, 2026

“Deserts We Have Crossed” – Laura Hope Mason, Claire Tollstrup & Elizabeth Sanchez
Laura Hope Mason, Claire Tollstrup, and Elizabeth Sanchez explore the literal, figurative, spiritual, and metaphysical dimensions of the desert through distinct painting practices rooted in symbolism and personal experience.

“Without Care” – Michelle Wentling
In “Without Care”, Michelle Wentling examines the ecological impact of mineral extraction and industrial land use in the American West through papermaking, quilting, and beadwork.

✨ Opening Reception & Salt Lake Gallery Stroll: Friday, June 19 | 6–9pm
🎨 Salt Lake Gallery Stroll: Friday, July 17 | 6–9pm
📍 Finch Lane Gallery at the Historic Art Barn, 54 Finch Lane, Salt Lake City, UT

Applications for Finch Lane Gallery are now officially open!Thinking about applying but not sure where to start? We’ve g...
06/02/2026

Applications for Finch Lane Gallery are now officially open!

Thinking about applying but not sure where to start? We’ve got you covered. Follow the link in our bio to watch the information session and learn about the application process, common pitfalls to avoid, and what our selection committee looks for in a successful proposal.

Whether you’re a first-time applicant or a returning artist, this is a great place to begin.

Busker Fest 2026 is in the home stretch, and we are completely blown away by the energy on the pavement tonight.A massiv...
05/31/2026

Busker Fest 2026 is in the home stretch, and we are completely blown away by the energy on the pavement tonight.

A massive, heartfelt thank you to our incredible lineup of artists—from our gravity-defying headliners and mind-bending magicians to the local musicians keeping the streets vibrating with life. You leave your hearts on the pitches, and our city is brighter because of it.

An event of this scale doesn’t happen without a village of believers. We want to extend our deepest gratitude to our foundational partners: , , , and . Thank you for fighting to keep public art vibrant, accessible, and completely free for everyone.

The good news? The spectacle isn’t over yet. Our artists are still out here performing on Main Street, Regent Street, and inside the Eccles Theater Lobby until 10:00 PM tonight!

You still have time to grab some singles from the Busker Bank, grab a final drink at the Busker Bar, and catch the final bows. Come help us close out the weekend with a bang, SLC!

05/28/2026

Step right up and meet Courtney Stevens of Chaos Circus Co ()! 🎪 A live circus entertainment company bringing high-energy performances, cabaret, aerial arts, and unforgettable spectacle to the stage and street.

Catch Courtney and Chaos Circus Co at Busker Fest, Salt Lake City’s free annual celebration of street performers, packed with jaw-dropping talent and nonstop entertainment.

📅 May 29–30
⏰ 5–10pm
📍 Main Street + Regent Street surrounding the Eccles Theatre
🔗 Click the link in our bio to learn more!

The 2027 Finch Lane Gallery Call for Entries is now open!Utah-based artists and curators are invited to apply for the op...
05/27/2026

The 2027 Finch Lane Gallery Call for Entries is now open!

Utah-based artists and curators are invited to apply for the opportunity to showcase their work, explore meaningful ideas, and gain hands-on experience in exhibition production and collaboration.

Deadline: Sunday, June 21, 2026
Apply using the link in our bio

05/27/2026

Where’s Kosmo?

After “Kosmo” migrated from the Granary District in our previous video, Garth Franklin visits the
Natural History Museum of Utah () to speak with paleontologist Mark Loewen and his
student James Kolten to try to find where his 20-foot-long metal sculpture of a Kosmoceratops
may have gone.

Have you seen Kosmo? Leave any info about your sighting below and stay tuned for more
updateS!

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54 S Finch Lane
Salt Lake City, UT
84102

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 8:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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