Park City – History of Skiing & Snowsports

May 7, 2023

From Dirt to Dollars: The Historic Rise of Park City Mountain Resort

Throughout history, ski resorts have been a popular destination for affluent families seeking recreational entertainment. Traditionally attracting visitors primarily for skiing, ski resorts have evolved significantly in the 20th century, with many pivoting towards offering a diverse range of winter …

April 29, 2023April 30, 2023

Podcast: Park City: From Mines to Slopes, 1960’s – 2023

Unloading Park City’s “Skier Subway” ca. 1965-1969
Park City Museum, Pop Jenks Collection – Reproduced with permission from Dalton Gackle

As tourism continues to boom in Utah and the western states, “America’s Ski Town” has attracted millions of skiers yearly. …

May 16, 2021April 30, 2023

Behind the Vail: The Effect of Corporatization on New Skiers

Vail Resorts has bought an exorbitant number of ski resorts around the world in the last two decades. Local skiers that saw their home mountains bought out hold mixed opinions about the new ownership, …