Announcing Craft Lake City’sCelebration of the Hand: Mother Wound Public Art Exhibition Craft Lake City and local photographer Russel Daniels have partnered for the latest installation in the arts nonprofit’s seasonal public art exhibition, Celebration of the Hand:...
The Sixth Annual Craft Lake City Holiday Market
Exhibitor lineup announced and tickets ON SALE! Join us December 6 & 7 at the Ogden Union Station for a festive celebration of creativity, featuring over 130 Utah locals, including artisans, vintage vendors, performers, indie game developers, craft food vendors and local drink vendors. Enjoy delicious treats, shop locally, play indie games and visit Santa—there’s something for everyone!
Announcing New Local Voices Installation, “Orcas: Our Shared Future!”
We’re excited to present our newest Local Voices installation in partnership with the Natural History Museum of Utah, “Orcas: Our Shared Future.” This free public art display invites you to explore the fascinating world of orcas. Located along Broadway (300 S) between 200 West and 200 East, the installation will be on view through December 30, 2024. Don’t miss the chance to visit the museum for the full interactive exhibition!
Craft Lake City Business Academy: Take Your Business to the Next Level
Presented By Celtic Bank
Elevate your creative business with our five-week Business Academy Course, Take Your Business to the Next Level Presented By Celtic Bank. Tailored for small business owners, this program offers insights from successful Craft Lake City alumni and experienced professionals to help you develop a solid business plan and make informed financing decisions.
With only 25 spots available, you’ll receive personalized guidance on aligning your creative goals with business success, understanding funding options and accessing the resources you need to grow. Complete the course for a chance to win a $500 cash prize. This class will run every Tuesday from 4-5:30 pm from October 15 – November 12 at Celtic Bank in Downtown SLC.
Apply Now to the 17th Annual Craft Lake City DIY Festival Presented By Harmons!
Applications are officially OPEN for the 17th Annual Craft Lake City DIY Festival Presented By Harmons! We’re inviting all Utah-based makers to apply and showcase your amazing handcrafted creations alongside an incredible community of artisans, vintage vendors, foodies, STEM exhibitors, performers and youth entrepreneurs this August 8-10, 2025 at the Utah State Fairpark. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of the best fest yet!
Sign up for a Craft Lake City workshop!
Craft Lake City is proud to curate approximately 50 artisan workshops each year. These workshops align with our mission to elevate the creative culture of Utah through providing accessibly priced crafting education for the community while opening up an avenue for local artisans to gain teaching experience and new opportunities for revenue. Craft Lake City partners with local venues to provide these in-person crafting opportunities in a variety of fun and atmospheric settings. Take a workshop to perfect a skill, kick-start a new hobby, meet like-minded people and support the local maker movement!
Join us in our work to elevate the creative community of Utah!
We have a variety of ways to be involved, including seasonally and year-round; full-time and part-time. Check out the current opportunities to join our team.
Show Your Support for Craft Lake City and Make a Donation Today!
Donate to Craft Lake City today and support the future of Salt Lake City’s thriving DIY community. Craft Lake City is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, so your donation is tax-deductible.
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Salt Lake City, UT – October 27, 2023 – Local 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization Craft Lake City announced this morning its revival of LetterWest, the nation’s leading hand lettering conference, set for March 2, 2024 through partnership with Midvale City and...
Announcing the Exhibitor Line Up for The Fifth Annual Craft Lake City Holiday Market Presented by Google Fiber
Over 130 local artists, curators, craft food vendors and performers will gather under one roof this December at the Fifth Annual Craft Lake City Holiday Market Presented By Google Fiber, and your favorite local maker might be on the roster! Craft Lake City announced...