My best friend Sara is a great travel companion, and she’s down to go anywhere. From uncovering local spots like Myakka River State Park to exploring several major cities in Ireland, I can count on her to join in on an adventure.
So in April 2019, right before I got LASIK, she and I flew out to Salt Lake City, Utah, to visit with our friend Emily. We spent some time soaking in the sunshine at the University of Utah’s Red Butte Garden, picnicking and watching the buffalo roam at Antelope Island State Park, and indulging in my favorite dessert at The Big O Doughnuts. We fit a lot of great times into this long weekend trip, but the best part was definitely Dreamscapes.
Dreamscapes, known as “Salt Lake City’s Immersive Art Experience,” is a museum that features upcycled art created by local artists. Sara had discovered it in her research, and we knew we had to go. Laid out like a maze, the museum offers all sorts of funky vibes and cool experiences along the way! According to their website, Dreamscapes is “Utah’s first environmentally sustainable immersive art attraction.” It’s currently open Thursday through Sunday, and you’ll want to reserve your tickets in advance, as walk-ins aren’t guaranteed admission.
We loved being able to support the local arts community, but to be honest, we went for the countless photo opps! These dreamscapes are so fun, and they provide some seriously dreamy backgrounds. They reopened at The Gateway – located in downtown SLC – in February 2021 with a new exhibit in a bigger venue, so there is even more to explore now! If you’re in Salt Lake City, make sure you dedicate an hour (or two) to exploring this museum – and taking a ton of photos. 😉
