SALT LAKE CITY – FROM PIONEERS TO TECH MECCA
THE HISTORY OF SALT LAKE CITY
Salt Lake City was founded on July 24, 1847 by Mormon
pioneers moving West. When they arrived in Utah, they
encountered an arid, inhospitable valley. Despite the harsh
conditions, they saw what the area could be and committed
to cultivating the land, which established the foundation for
the city today. On May 10, 1869, the first transcontinental
railroad was completed just north of Salt Lake at Promontory
Summit, Utah; in conjunction to this and the immigration
of miners and pioneers, Salt Lake City was nicknamed the
“Crossroads of the West.” Since then, Salt Lake City has
developed a strong outdoor recreation industry and in 2002,
Salt Lake City was host to the Olympic Winter Games. Utah
was the fifth state in the United States to host the Olympic
Games with approximately 2,400 athletes from 78 nations
participating in 78 events in 15 disciplines, held throughout
165 sporting sessions. Many venues are still in operation
today and available to the public.
SALT LAKE CITY TODAY
Today, Salt Lake City offers everything from professional sports
to concerts and theater to a lively nightlife scene to many
kid-approved attractions. Best of all, the city’s backyard offers
limitless year-round activities and recreations. Salt Lake City
ranks in the top 10 of numerous lists including livability, safety,
health, affordability, business, and employment opportunities.
Steady, strong economic growth and stability coupled with
innovative entrepreneurship has captured the attention of the
Silicon Valley tech industry and has predicted Salt Lake City and
the surrounding areas to be the next Tech Mecca as “Silicon
Slopes” continues to grow and innovate.
SALT LAKE CITY LIFESTYLE
Salt Lake City is active, outgoing, trendy, and unique with a
character all its own. Salt Lakers are welcoming to all and once
you’re immersed, you’re sure to love it. With a booming economy
fueled by tourism, medical research, and technology, a sizable
portion of Salt Lake City residents are transplants from all over
the country and the world, resulting in an intersection of culture
and sociability which generates a truly distinct way of life.
GUIDE TO CONTENTS
History of Salt Lake .......................3
Natural Wonders ............................5
Parks and Recreation ................... 7
Annual Events ................................9
Winter Activities .............................11
Summer Activities .........................13
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The Arts ...........................................14
Family Fun and Sports .................17
Out on the Town ............................19
Utah Education ..............................21
Salt Lake City Airport ....................23
Our Company Story ......................25
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