MUSEUM OF UTAH

Be A Part

Of History


JOIN OUR GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION


until the Museum of Utah opens.



SATURDAY, JUNE 27


The wait is over – the Museum of Utah is officially opening on the Capitol Complex Saturday, June 27. Join us from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. for a Grand Opening Community Celebration packed with live music, local food, and fun for all ages. Discover Utah’s legacy through our brand-new immersive galleries and witness our state’s vibrant culture come to life. With local flavors, community festivals, and centuries of history to explore, this is more than an opening, it’s a homecoming.


This event is FREE and open to the public.


About The Museum

9AM

Community ribbon cutting



9:15 AM

 Museum of Utah galleries open


9AM – 8PM

Live music, food trucks, activities, and more



8PM

Event ends

Know Before You Go



Admission: Entry is free and open to the public. To ensure a safe and comfortable experience, museum staff may briefly limit gallery access if building capacity is reached. We will also have a variety of community partner booths set up on the north plaza of the Capitol Complex facilitating family-friendly activities for you to enjoy. 

Parking & Transportation: Free parking is available throughout the Capitol Complex. Due to the high anticipated turnout, we strongly recommend using Uber, Lyft, or public transportation. We will be offering a free shuttle from downtown Salt Lake City up to the Capitol Complex. More details coming soon.

Food & Drink: Enjoy a variety of local flavors from on-site food trucks available all day. A covered outdoor seating area will be provided for your convenience. Eating food inside the North Capitol Building will not be permitted. We will have water stations throughout the event, so bring a reusable bottle to fill up and stay hydrated. 

Weather: This event is rain or shine and happening during summer in Utah. Prepare for dry heat. Wear sunglasses, hats, sunscreen, and anything else you need to feel comfortable. Indoor spaces will be air conditioned and temperature controlled. The North Capitol Building second floor conference room will be available to those who need to cool down and escape the sun. 

Museum Store: Commemorate your visit with a souvenir! The Museum Store will be open for the duration of the event, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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Questions? Contact [email protected].
For media inquiries, please contact Haille VanPatten at [email protected].