Church and State
resource active confidence: Medium status: Draft updated 2026-08-11
Summary
Church & State Marketplace is a historic downtown Salt Lake City building used for coworking, independent retail, and events. It gives entrepreneurs, creatives, and remote workers a distinctive shared venue, but its impact largely stops with that local community.
Who It's For
Downtown Salt Lake City entrepreneurs, creatives, and remote workers who want a distinctive shared building with independent retail and community energy — plus companies or groups needing a unique event venue.
What It Provides
Daytime coworking and marketplace atmosphere; tenant spaces for independent small businesses; community events; and evening event-venue rental with historic architecture (stained glass, arches). The site invites visitors to work, shop, and meet on site.
How To Use It
Start with the official website, then confirm current programs before recommending.
- Official website · https://www.cs1893.com/
- Startup State listing: https://startup.utah.gov/business-resource/church-and-state/
Cost
Coworking and marketplace access during business hours; event-venue pricing is inquiry-based on the site. No public membership fee schedule was listed during verification — confirm event and workspace terms directly.
Best Fits
Creators and small-business owners who value downtown ambiance and cross-pollination with other tenants more than traditional incubator services. A weaker fit for founders needing structured advising, prototyping labs, or grant navigation.
Evidence
- Official website · https://www.cs1893.com/
- Startup State Resource List source note · https://startup.utah.gov/resources/
Open Questions
- Is there a formal coworking membership, or is daytime access primarily café/marketplace seating?
- What are current event-venue rates and capacity?