Kayenta 100 Project: First Five Decades

Part V: Kayenta Lifestyle & Arts, 2016–2026

Sunday, May 10, 2026 | 3:00pm

The Lorraine Boccardo Theater

A celebration of the present moment and a vision for the future. From the expansion of the Kayenta Art Village to the rise of performing arts, culinary experiences, and wellness culture, this chapter explores how Kayenta has come to embody a unique and evolving desert lifestyle.

The Kayenta 100 Project: First Five Decades

Celebrating a Vision. Honoring a Legacy. Inspiring the Future.

The Kayenta 100 Project is a living history initiative honoring the first five decades of the Kayenta community in southern Utah. From its bold beginnings in the 1970s to its emergence as a vibrant hub for culture, design, and desert living, this five-part series invites residents and visitors alike to reflect on the people, projects, and ideas that shaped Kayenta’s unique story. Through storytelling, archival media, open discussions, and interactive experiences, each chapter highlights a transformative era in Kayenta’s evolution.

We invite you to help us tell the story of our Kayenta community. Do you have old photos, home videos, newspaper clippings, or keepsakes connected to Kayenta? Or a personal story about your own experiences here? If you do, get in touch with Wil! You can email him at Wil@KayentaArts.com. 

Another way you will be able to share your Kayenta Story is at each Kayenta 100 Event, where we will have a Story Booth set up! Your memories and materials bring our history to life. 

The Kayenta 100 Project is generously sponsored by Kayenta Homes & Properties