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Porter Rockwell: Gunman and Saint — A Short Film and a Bigger Vision
Discover the short film “Porter Rockwell: Gunman and Saint” and the filmmakers’ vision for a full-length Western about this legendary LDS figure.
Read MoreThe History of Porter’s Half Marathon: A Western-Themed Race in Draper, Utah
Between 2014 and 2021, a unique event took place each year in the southern reaches of the Salt Lake Valley: Porter’s Half Marathon. With race distances ranging from a half marathon to a 10K, 5K, and even a 1-mile run, the event appears to have blended scenic downhill running with historical flair, drawing its name…
Read MorePorter Rockwell Lookalike Contest Celebrates the “Destroying Angel’s” 200th Birthday
On June 28, 2013, history came roaring back to life in downtown Lehi, Utah, as Porter’s Place restaurant hosted a one-of-a-kind Porter Rockwell Lookalike Contest to mark the 200th birthday of one of Utah’s most legendary figures: Orrin Porter Rockwell. The event drew a crowd of spectators, enthusiasts, and contestants eager to honor the man…
Read MoreIronport: The Mysterious Western Soda with a Name That Sparks Legends
An overview of the history of Ironport and its questionable correlation with the legend Porter Rockwell. Plus instructions to make your own Ironport at home.
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