Salt Lake City, Utah was founded in the mid 19th century by Brigham Young, who brought his Mormon followers out West to escape persecution in Missouri. Brigham Young and his pioneers built one of the most industrious, innovative societies in the American West. Today, the city remains the spiritual and physical home of the Mormon Church, also known as the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. It is also one of the premier ski towns in the country. In 2002, Salt Lake City played host to the Winter Olympic Games, which were, by any measure, a great success -- not only for the State of Utah, but also for the United States.

Despite its Mormon influence, the city offers a surprisingly diverse suite of activities and events. Sure, most tourists will certainly want to hear a concert performed by the legendary Mormon Tabernacle Choir. But Salt Lake also puts on events like the Greek Festival, the Utah Arts Festival, and the Thyagaraja Music Festival, where you can indulge in an eclectic buffet of music, foods, and dance. If you are a film buff, you surely want to check out the Sundance Film Festival, an annual exhibition of independent theatrical works that attracts the biggest names in the entertainment industry. If you are here in late July, bring the family to Pioneer Day, a one day extravaganza that celebrates the unique westward adventures of the city’s pioneers.

Whether you are in Salt Lake City simply to ski and marvel at the music of the Tabernacle Choir or you’re a resident with roots many generations back, you can use this site to navigate Utah’s capital and make the most of what the region has to offer. Get timely information on city services, hotels, lawyers, dentists, doctors, and shopping centers. You can also find links to new restaurants opening up in town as well as the latest snow conditions.