CCE Establishes Programs, Works With Partners, And Supports Our Divisions As They Work With Hundreds Of Individuals Each Year. Together, We Host A Variety Of Youth Programs, Award Grants To Vitalize Our Communities, Support Artists, And Promote Equity.
More Than A Flag
Designing a new state flag offers Utahns the chance to talk about who we are now. It’s a chance to talk about the symbols and colors that represent our shared identity. Together, we can design a 21st-century flag to represent a 21st-century state.
The Museum of Utah
The Museum of Utah will exhibit Utah’s vast collection of historic artifacts, letters, photographs, manuscripts, and fine art that bring Utah’s memory and meaning to life.
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3760 S. Highland Dr
Millcreek, UT 84106
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Phone: 801-245-7202
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“ARTS AND CULTURE ARE CONSTANT SOURCES OF ECONOMIC GROWTH DURING BOTH GOOD AND DIFFICULT ECONOMIC TIMES. SPECIFICALLY, ARTS AND CULTURE POLICIES AND PROGRAMS INCREASE THE ECONOMY IN STATES BY ATTRACTING BUSINESSES, CREATING NEW JOBS, INCREASING TAX REVENUES, AND PROMOTING TOURISM.”
National Conference of State Legislatures
Students From Low-Income Families Who Take Part In Arts Activities At School Are Three Times More Likely To Get A Degree.
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Students From Low-Income Families Who Take Part In Arts Activities At School Are Three Times More Likely To Get A Degree.
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Students From Low-Income Families Who Take Part In Arts Activities At School Are Three Times More Likely To Get A Degree.
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Utah Has One Of The Highest Literacy Rates In The Country. Research Shows That Programs Sponsored By CCE Support This.
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A MOVEMENT
Main Street America has helped revitalize older and historic commercial districts for 35+ years. It is the leading voice for preservation-based economic development and community revitalization across the country. The program works with small towns, mid-sized communities, and urban commercial districts to breathe new life into neighborhoods.
A MARK OF DISTINCTION
Participating programs, organizations, and communities are part of a national movement with a proven track record for celebrating community character, preserving local history, and generating impressive economic returns. Since 1980, over 2,000 communities have participated, bringing renewed energy and activity to America’s downtowns and commercial districts, securing $61 billion in new investment, creating more than 525,000 net new jobs, and rehabilitating 251,000 buildings.
A TIME-TESTED STRATEGY
The Main Street Approach includes broad-based community engagement, a holistic understanding of the factors that impact the quality of life, and a strategic focus on the core principles of downtown and neighborhood revitalization, including economic vitality, quality design, effective promotion, and sustainable organization.
BOXING, KICKBOXING & MIXED MARTIAL ARTS
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CULTURAL ENGAGEMENT
We use the term “cultural” in every sense of the word.
We understand humanity is made up of many different cultures, and that’s the first step in creating social belonging. Cultural engagement is participation, advocacy, and cultivation of the diverse characteristics of all Utahns. We are also reminded that we are a part of history, and we continue to define our future as we volunteer, preserve the past, and amplify all voices.
Life is enhanced through celebration, innovation, science, music, art, literature, and traditions. It provides social and economic value to communities, and it opens our eyes to the unique traits that make Utah’s people.
CONTEMPORARY PEOPLE AND STORIES
Thrive125 presents a series of experiences focused on Utah arts, culture, and creativity.
UTAH @ 125
Be inspired by new literary work as writers consider their relationship with Utah.
UTAH @ 125
Be inspired by new literary work as writers consider their relationship with Utah.
UTAH @ 125
Be inspired by new literary work as writers consider their relationship with Utah.
The Utah Main Street Program helps communities revitalize their economy, appearance, and image of downtown commercial districts. They do this by building a strategy centered around a community’s unique heritage and attributes that make it a great place to live and visit. The program provides a framework and resources to support a community’s downtown
- Revitalization — giving new life to particular areas of a community
- Revitalization — giving new life to particular areas of a community
- Revitalization — giving new life to particular areas of a community
- Revitalization — giving new life to particular areas of a community
- Revitalization — giving new life to particular areas of a community
- Revitalization — giving new life to particular areas of a community
LEADERSHIP TEAM
Jill Remington Love
Executive Director
801-245-7202
Jill Remington Love
Executive Director
801-245-7202
Utah Arts & Museums seeks to advance the quality of life for all through arts experiences and cultural opportunities. The division provides more than 500 outreach services, including arts education, professional development, exhibitions, community outreach, and direct matching grants to schools, local arts agencies, organizations, community centers, performing groups, museums, and individuals across Utah.
Trestle Work and Engine No. 2 by the Union Pacific, on the Eastern Approach to the Promontory Summit
Photograph, 1869
Andrew Joseph Russell, American, 1829–1902
Much of the engineering know-how used on the Transcontinental Railroad was developed during the American Civil War, including railroad construction and bridge building. This improved engineering was best illustrated in Utah during the last days leading up to the wedding of the rails.
In the final months before May 10, 1869, both the Central Pacific and Union Pacific were grading and laying track, often within throwing distance of each other, both vying for the same federal certification that brought large sums of borrowed federal funds and land grants. The Union Pacific built this trestle in 36 days, finishing it five days before the May 10th ceremony. What is not shown in this photograph is the Central Pacific's competing "Big [earthen] Fill" roadbed which was built 70 feet high and 500 feet across, 200 yards away, over the same ravine
Image courtesy of the Union Pacific Railroad Museum
The Utah State Library works to develop, advance, and promote library services and equal access to information and library resources to all Utah residents.
The Utah State Library works to develop, advance, and promote library services and equal access to information and library resources to all Utah residents.
MUSE
INSPIRED BY UTAH
Artists create, pandemic or protests or not. And even before Utah’s theaters and museums and concert halls reopened, the creative sector was already reinventing itself. While still in the middle of everything, creators revealed how they’re refocusing while finding new ways to reach audiences. Of course, the work of pivoting isn’t finished — perhaps barely begun — but these stories underscore the creativity of the state’s creative landscape.
BENEFICIARIES
Businesses, residents, and governments benefit from the Main Street program, with increased revenues, goods, and services. Resident amenities also serve tourists. One of the greatest strengths of the Main Street program is its multi-disciplinary approach — its economic development, tourism, community development, heritage and culture, transportation and preservation, and more.
- Property owners Growth of rental income; increase in property values; safer environment
- Property owners Growth of rental income; increase in property values; safer environment
- Property owners Growth of rental income; increase in property values; safer environment
- Property owners Growth of rental income; increase in property values; safer environment
- Property owners Growth of rental income; increase in property values; safer environment
- Property owners Growth of rental income; increase in property values; safer environment
- Property owners Growth of rental income; increase in property values; safer environment
- Property owners Growth of rental income; increase in property values; safer environment
- Property owners Growth of rental income; increase in property values; safer environment
- Property owners Growth of rental income; increase in property values; safer environment
- Property owners Growth of rental income; increase in property values; safer environment
- Property owners Growth of rental income; increase in property values; safer environment
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
It’s being a part of something greater than ourselves.
A strong community collaborates to solve issues and fosters a sense of togetherness through shared cultural experiences. A community’s cultural assets express its pride and uniqueness. These assets can be leveraged to reinforce belonging among its people or to attract economic opportunities.
For local governments, having invested citizens tells you that they see themselves as leaders who support the common good.
UTAH MAIN STREET PROGRAM ADVISORY COUNCIL
UTAH MAIN STREET PROGRAM ADVISORY COUNCIL
The Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity is home to the Utah Main Street Program and administers training, consultation, and grant funding for communities with a Main Street designation. The Utah Main Street Program Advisory Committee provides support for the program. Membership on the Advisory Committee includes:
- Revitalization — giving new life to particular areas of a community
- Revitalization — giving new life to particular areas of a community
- Revitalization — giving new life to particular areas of a community
- Revitalization — giving new life to particular areas of a community
- Revitalization — giving new life to particular areas of a community
TESTIMONIALS
“Utah has deep roots in the entertainment industry, with thousands of productions filmed across the state of Utah since the 1930s. Whatever the story, it can be told in Utah’s desert lands, mountain grandeur, small towns, and urban cities. With over 84,000 square miles of diverse and cinematic landscapes, Utah’s historical buildings and landmarks are unique assets that attract filmmakers to our state for film production. Productions filmed in the state have both a creative and an economic impact by supporting small businesses creating new jobs and encouraging new visitors to see where their favorite films were shot.”
“Brigham City has long been recognized for its wonderful Main Street. We are excited and honored that Brigham City has been chosen as a pilot community for the Utah Main Street Program. The Main Street Program has demonstrated its effectiveness throughout the United States. As a community-driven and holistic approach to downtown revitalization, and not simply a silver bullet approach, I believe that the Main Street Program will be of tremendous benefit for our beautiful town.”
ABOUT CCE
The Department of Cultural and Community Engagement is currently undergoing a strategic planning process. The resulting plan will outline the “why” of what we do and our commitment to our constituents and communities. It will guide the vision, mission, and objectives of the department over the next five years
The Department of Cultural & Community Engagement has a holistic understanding of the impacts of culture, service, and diversity on our state. With these insights, we cultivate the state’s civic engagement and boost local economies through the lens of art, and humanities.
VISION
Thanks to the vision and support of Governor Spencer Cox and the Utah State Legislature, Utah’s vast collection of artifacts and art will be protected and shared in a new museum on the Utah State Capitol Complex. Planning has begun for this new building that will include collections storage, exhibition, education and gathering spaces.
MISSION
The Museum of Utah honors the past and inspires the future by sharing the state’s unique history, culture, and art.
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Director and Senior Advisor Spotlight | Nubia Peña: Leading for “One Utah”
