Founded in 2012 and housed in a historic 1876 Relief Society granary, the organization has long served as a beacon of contemporary rural art. Over the years, Granary Arts presented 121 exhibitions, welcomed hundreds of artists and educators, and provided free arts programming to thousands of local residents and visitors. Its innovative approach earned regional and national acclaim for redefining what contemporary art could look like in small, rural towns.

“Granary has been a labor of love in the truest sense–fueled by the belief that contemporary art belongs everywhere,” said Amy Jorgensen, Executive Director and Chief Curator. “As we move away from our origin story and this place we have called home, we are energized by the possibilities ahead.”

Though the gallery doors have closed, the organization’s mission lives on. Granary Arts will now operate entirely online through its website, granaryarts.org, which will serve as both a living archive of past exhibitions and a launchpad for future projects. The shift allows for deeper investment in curated initiatives, artist residencies, and cross-disciplinary collaborations–without the limitations of a physical space.

Among its signature programs, Granary Arts developed:

• Critical Ground, a platform advancing contemporary art criticism in rural areas.
• The Granary Arts Fellows Program, supporting long-term, place-based artist projects rooted in community engagement.
• A Curatorial Workshop series, bringing together curators from across the Intermountain West to shape the future of regional arts programming.
• Partnerships with Smithsonian’s Museum on Main Street and Utah Humanities.
• Collaborative initiatives with schools and educational institutions, alongside a strong emphasis on free youth and family workshops.

As Granary looks toward its next chapter, the organization is calling on artists, collaborators, and supporters to remain connected and engaged. The virtual model will emphasize intentional, impactful programming, offering new opportunities to participate in creative exchange across disciplines and locations.

Though the physical gallery may no longer stand as a gathering place, its legacy is far from over. Granary Arts remains deeply committed to nurturing creativity, challenging norms, and fostering dialogue–proving that contemporary art is not bound by walls, but rather thrives wherever people are willing to engage with it.

For more information, ongoing programming, and ways to stay involved, visit www.granaryarts.org.