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The historic Golden Spike event changed our way of life in America. Let art and music guide your journey to learning about the inspiration, hard work and collaboration that united our nation through the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad.
SPRINGVILLE MUSEUM OF ART, SPRINGVILLE
This family-friendly exhibit celebrates the 150th anniversary of the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad through art focused on trains, the railroad, railroad workers and the West. Featuring artworks from the Museum’s Permanent Collection, as well as selected works from BYU Museum of Art, the LDS Church History Museum and Utah Museum of Fine Arts, this exhibit is a visual treat for people of all ages.
ANNE JESPERSEN FINE ARTS, HELPER
Famously known as the site of Butch Cassidy’s first robbery, Helper is one of the most historically significant small towns in Utah. The town’s development was strongly influenced by the presence of the train and mining industries. This exhibit is a curated collection of images focused on historic Helper, the train, the routes, and the landscape.
SOUTH SALT LAKE
Take a tour of South Salt Lake’s public art murals created by local artists located along the S-line corridor in South Salt Lake. Be sure to check out the Spike 150 Celebration mural. For more information on the murals, visit http://utaharts.org/mural-fest/ or by clicking below.
THE ECCLES ART CENTER, OGDEN
This photographic and plein air art exhibit features art focused on the Transcontinental Railroad and Ogden’s railroad history. The opening reception on June 7 is in conjunction with Ogden’s Art Stroll.
OGDEN
Mark your calendar for an evening with the Kruger Brothers, in concert with the Chamber Orchestra Ogden and dance performances by Imagine Ballet Theatre. The performance features a recently-commissioned composition created by Jens Kruger focused on Ogden and its unique history as a rail town.
