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The Salt Lake City Library Foundation presents David Grann

Life & Work: The Importance of Libraries
2026-04-16 18:30:00 2026-04-16 20:00:00 America/Denver The Salt Lake City Library Foundation presents David Grann Please join us for a talk by bestselling author David Grann (Killers of the Flower Moon, The Wager): "Life & Work: the Importance of Libraries," followed by a book signing. Main Library - Auditorium

Thursday, April 16
6:30pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-04-16 18:30:00 2026-04-16 20:00:00 America/Denver The Salt Lake City Library Foundation presents David Grann Please join us for a talk by bestselling author David Grann (Killers of the Flower Moon, The Wager): "Life & Work: the Importance of Libraries," followed by a book signing. Main Library - Auditorium

Main Library

Auditorium

Please join us for a talk by bestselling author David Grann (Killers of the Flower Moon, The Wager): "Life & Work: the Importance of Libraries," followed by a book signing.

This event is free and open to the public. Free tickets are required to attend, available at Eventbrite. Your ticket does not guarantee a specific seat; seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. If you are not in line by 6:15pm, we may open your ticket to waitlist patrons.

The Salt Lake City Library Foundation is thrilled to present an evening with bestselling author David Grann (Killers of the Flower Moon, The Wager). Please join us for his talk, "Life & Work: the Importance of Libraries." A book signing and meet & greet will follow his talk. You are welcome to bring your own book to be signed, or copies will be available for purchase during the event.

Grann is an award-winning journalist and best-selling nonfiction author whose deeply reported narratives illuminate hidden chapters of history with thrilling storytelling and powerful insight.

While tickets are free, you may make an optional donation to the Salt Lake City Library Foundation when reserving. Your donation supports the Library Foundation’s programs, from author events like these to literacy classes, community reading initiatives, and lifelong learning for all.

Don't miss this chance to hear from one of contemporary nonfiction's most popular authors. We can’t wait to see you there!

To learn more about the Salt Lake City Library Foundation, visit SLCLF.org

VIP Experience: Literary Society Members

Members of the Salt Lake City Library Foundation’s Literary Society can enhance their evening with our Literary Society VIP benefits, which include:

  • Reserved seating in the auditorium
  • A signed copy of your choice of Killers of the Flower Moon or The Wager
  • Receive exclusive invitations to future author events, with special access and personal face time with the author
  • Not a member yet? Join the Literary Society with a $100/month commitment or $1,000 one-time gift and enjoy VIP access, behind-the-scenes experiences, and exclusive literary programming throughout the year. Learn more at SLCLF.org.
    Thank you for supporting the Salt Lake City Library Foundation! 

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Conversations | Books & Reading |

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Salt Lake City's Main Library, designed by internationally-acclaimed architect Moshe Safdie in conjunction with VCBO Architecture, opened in February 2003 and remains one of the most architecturally unique structures in Utah. This striking 240,000 square-foot structure houses more than 500,000 books and other materials, yet serves as more than just a repository of books and computers. It reflects and engages the city's imagination and aspirations. The structure embraces a public plaza, with shops and services at ground level, reading galleries above, and a 300-seat auditorium.

A multi-level reading area along the Glass Lens at the southern facade of the building looks out onto the plaza with stunning views of the city and Wasatch Mountains beyond. Spiraling fireplaces on four floors resemble a column of flame from the vantage of 200 East and 400 South. The Urban Room between the Library and the Crescent Wall is a space for all seasons, generously endowed with daylight and open to magnificent views.

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