Rexburg Arts

06/26/2026

What did the Declaration of Independence really mean in 1776—and why does it still matter today?

Kick off your America 250 celebration with DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE 101—a fascinating look at America’s founding document.

Join us Monday, June 29, at 7:00 p.m. at the Romance Theater for an engaging presentation by historian and constitutional scholar Dr. David Adler. Discover the history, principles, and enduring legacy of the Declaration of Independence—and why its ideas continue to shape the United States and inspire people around the world.

Free admission. Sponsored by the Idaho Humanities Council.

06/16/2026

In observance of Juneteenth, City Hall and our affiliated offices will be closed on Friday, June 19th.
Emergency services will remain in operation as usual.

Trash pickup normally scheduled for Friday, the 19th, will be picked up on Saturday, the 20th. 🗑️
Recycling will still be picked up on Friday ♻️

"No one is free until we are all free." — Fannie Lou Hamer

06/02/2026

We danced, we jived, we had the time of our lives! Thank you, 70s Kids Solid Gold Tribute Band and BYUI Fashion Department for kicking off FLOOD 50 week in style. Lots more memories to explore as we commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Teton Dam flood disaster and recovery—tetonflood50.org

06/01/2026

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05/31/2026

It started here.

On June 5, 1976, the Teton Dam failed, sending billions of gallons of water racing through the valley below.

In a matter of hours, lives changed forever.

For many in Southeast Idaho, this image is more than a photograph. It is a moment frozen in time. A reminder of loss, uncertainty, and the strength that followed.

As we approach the 50th anniversary of the Teton Dam Flood, we remember those who lived through it, those who helped rebuild, and the legacy they left behind.
And we remember that some moments shape a community in more ways than one.

Flood 50 begins tomorrow, June 1.

Remember | Connect | Serve

05/31/2026

The floodwaters arrived in hours.
The recovery began immediately.

Schools, churches, community centers, and gathering places became shelters. Neighbors checked on neighbors. Volunteers served meals. Strangers shared space, supplies, and support.

When people remember the Teton Dam Flood, they don't forget the devastation.
But what they hold on to is the hope that was built by a community led by kindness.

Fifty years later, we recognize the 80 billion gallons of water that roared through the region, but we honor the people who lifted each other in a time of need.

Flood 50 begins June 1.

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05/28/2026

Some stories are remembered because they changed history.
Others are remembered because they changed people.

Flood 50’s Celebration of Service honors the volunteers, neighbors, first responders, churches, students, and communities who came together in the aftermath of the Teton Dam Flood to help rebuild Southeast Idaho.

Join us next Saturday evening, June 6th, at BYU-Idaho’s I-Center as we recognize the spirit of service that carried this community forward long after the waters receded.

Admission is Free, but tickets are available to reserve your spot now! https://www.rexburg.org/o/arts/page/tickets-events

Help us “flood the feeds” as Flood 50 begins next Monday, June 1.

Remember | Connect | Serve

05/27/2026

Step back to 1976!

Flood 50’s “Flashback to the 70s” event brings the music, style, and spirit of the era back to life with a night of classic cars, vintage fashion, community fun, and live entertainment at the historic Romance Theatre.

Monday night, June 1 @ the Romance Theatre

As we commemorate the events of 1976, we also celebrate the culture, community, and memories that surrounded that moment in time.
Grab your tickets, dress the part, and join us for one of the most fun and nostalgic events of Flood 50 week. https://www.rexburg.org/o/arts/page/tickets-events (Tickets also available at the door)
Special thanks to the students at BYU-I's apparel class for creating the designs for our show!

Help us “flood the feeds” as Flood 50 begins next Monday, June 1.

Remember | Connect | Serve

05/27/2026

Experience the history where it happened.

As part of Flood 50, guided river floats and hosted bus tours will allow participants to follow the path forever changed by the Teton Dam Flood and hear the stories that shaped our community.

**These experiences are limited in capacity and require advance registration.**

Whether by river or road, these events offer a unique opportunity to connect with the history, landscapes, and resilience that continue to define our region 50 years later.

Spots are limited. Register now before tours fill. Availability: https://www.rexburg.org/o/arts/page/tickets-events

Help us “flood the feeds” as Flood 50 approaches on Monday, June 1.

Remember | Connect | Serve

05/27/2026

“People just...started helping.” — recollections of flood survivors

In the days after the flood, neighbors became family, strangers became volunteers, and communities came together in remarkable ways. Flood 50 honors those connections by bringing people together again through events, shared experiences, and community gatherings throughout the week.

CONNECT with Flood 50:
• Flashback to the 70s at the Romance Theatre
• Guided river floats near the historic flood route
• Hosted bus tours and community experiences
• Marathon weekend events and gatherings
• Community celebrations and opportunities to reconnect

Whether you lived through the flood, grew up hearing the stories, or are learning about it for the first time — there’s a place for you in this commemoration.

Help us “flood the feeds” as we reconnect together. Flood 50 begins next Monday, June 1!

Remember | Connect | Serve