Old Capitol Arts & Living History Festival 2021

The Old Capitol Arts and Living History Festival began over 20 years ago to celebrate and promote the arts in this area of Utah. The Territorial Statehouse and State Park in Fillmore seemed the ideal location due to the picturesque Old Capitol and its park as well as its proximity to I-15.

The first festival included several artist booths. As the festival grew, it evolved into an event that included more than the visual arts. Today’s Old Capitol Arts & Living History Festival showcases music, dance, children’s activities, living history, and of course, food!

There are now usually around 50 artist and artisan booths, two stages with ongoing quality entertainment, many living history reenactors, a fine art display, a quilt display by the local quilt guild,  fun hands-on children’s activities, horse-drawn wagon rides, and numerous food booths. The festival’s theme “The Pioneering Spirit” has indeed fit the festival’s humble beginnings and gradual journey to what it is today.