Preservation Utah

The Future of Smith’s Ballpark! Salt Lake City is reimagining Smith’s Ballpark with three exciting options on the table: Preserve & Revive: Keep the stadium a year-round sports and community venue with space for soccer, farmer’s markets, festivals, and local shops. Arts & Culture Hub: Preserve the western front for performances and events, transforming the field into green space and natural walkways. Urban Nature Redesign: Rebuild the area with serene green spaces, bike paths, pocket parks, and daylighting the three creeks below 1300 South. Guided by community feedback, these plans aim to balance history, functionality, and innovation. Read more https://lnkd.in/gTV3JXyZ What’s your vision for the future of this iconic space? #SmithsBallpark #SaltLakeCity #HistoricPreservation #ReimagineSLC #CommunityDrivenPlanning

Preservation Win for Ogden! Ogden City is taking a bold step to preserve history by purchasing the iconic U.S. Forest Service Building! Built in 1934, this Art Deco treasure is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and will soon become a hub for creativity and community in the Nine Rails Creative District. Plans include: Affordable housing for creatives Collaborative studio & performance spaces A perpetual housing fund to support residents This is a huge victory for historic preservation! Read more https://lnkd.in/gMfRBh3f #HistoricPreservation #OgdenHistory #ArtDeco #NineRails #CreativeCommunity

Be Part of Preservation Utah's Journey! Looking to connect with Utah’s history? Our monthly newsletter brings you to the heart of our work to save the places that tell Utah's stories. By signing up, you'll stay updated on - Restoration projects and ways to get involved, Community events, historic tours, volunteer opportunities, and Inspiring stories from across the state. Let’s preserve Utah’s past for future generations! Join us by signing up for our newsletter today. https://lnkd.in/g-i6vWDd

Park City is balancing preservation and progress with a plan to enhance Main Street’s charm while boosting accessibility and vibrancy! Here’s what’s in store: Designs that honor Park City’s iconic architecture. A revamped Miner’s Park with rooftop dining, a playground, and performance space. Ideas like wider streets and “car-lite” designs make Main Street more pedestrian-friendly. Updates to Bob Wells Plaza will better link City Hall with Main Street’s heartbeat. Residents loved the focus on preserving Main Street’s character while creating a vibrant future. Final plans go to the City Council on Dec. 19! Read more https://lnkd.in/gcCXkJuh #PreserveParkCity #HistoricMainStreet #VibrantCommunity #PreservationAndProgress #ParkCityCharm

Preservation Utah and Memorial House will take a holiday break, with our offices closed and our team unavailable from December 23, 2024, to January 3, 2025. This is a time for us to recharge, celebrate, and enjoy the season with loved ones. Thank you for your support—we can’t wait to reconnect and make more history together in the new year!

Preserving Park City’s Historic Main Street How do we balance modern development with keeping Main Street's historic charm? From iconic landmarks like the Post Office and Marsac Building to beloved gathering spots, the community is debating how to honor the past while planning for the future. Jennifer Wesselhoff calls it the "gem of Summit County"—but how do we keep it that way? Read the full article to dive into this critical conversation about Park City's heritage and future. #HistoricPreservation #ParkCityHistory #MainStreetCharm #PreserveThePast https://lnkd.in/guZyey5B

Big changes are coming to SLC's Granary District! The Silos project will bring 740 new homes, a park, shops, and restaurants—all while preserving iconic historic structures like the Mill, Miller, and Casket buildings. 🏛 This blend of adaptive reuse and modern design is a great step forward, but it’s crucial to ensure preservation stays at the heart of redevelopment. What do you think about projects like this? 🤔 https://lnkd.in/gWzBgkDD #HistoricPreservation #GranaryDistrict #UrbanRenewal #SaltLakeCity

In Providence, neighbors are rallying to protect nearly 100-year-old London plane trees threatened by a sidewalk project near an elementary school. These trees are more than just landmarks—they embody the charm and history of the city’s historic district. Preservation Utah stands with communities working to preserve the beauty and legacy of their neighborhoods while finding solutions for safety and growth. Read more about this inspiring community effort and the importance of these historic trees in the full article https://lnkd.in/gJE2-DyK #HistoricPreservation #SaveTheTrees #UtahHistory #PreservationMatters #CommunityAction

Big News for Land Art Lovers! We’re thrilled to announce the Utah State Historic Preservation Office's nomination of Robert Smithson’s Spiral Jetty at the Great Salt Lake for recognition as a site of national significance in the National Register of Historic Places! Amy Reid prepared the nomination as part of her thesis work when she was a graduate student in landscape architecture at Utah State University. Created in 1970, this internationally celebrated work of Land art is recognized as the masterpiece of Smithson, one of America’s most influential postwar artists. It not only redefined the boundaries of art and landscape architecture but continues to inspire generations. Fun Fact: In 2017, the Spiral Jetty was designated as Utah’s official state work of Land art! #SpiralJetty #LandArt #GreatSaltLake #RobertSmithson #ArtHistory #PreservationMatters

Save the Date for the conference made for preservationists! Utah State Historic Preservation Office has officially announced our conference location. Preservation Utah will host an opening reception in Spring City the day before. Make sure to mark your calendars.