Heritage Arts Foundation – Who We Are

The Heritage Arts Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation organized with one of its goals being to help bring to the _­­Great State of Utah, the awareness that some of the world’s highest quality and caliber artwork is created and produced here within the borders of this Great State. Another goal is to bring to the citizens of Utah, the exposure to the rich heritage of the fine visual arts we have in the United States, which has lead the world’s art scene since almost the formation of our great nation. While this organization works with all the fine arts, the primary focus is on advocating for increasing the implementation of sculpture for public and corporate placement.

It was founded in 2003 with the primary vision to build a sculpture park in Alpine Utah. During its life, it has provided for art classes, performing art concerts, presentations, and the fundraising for key sculpture projects which have placed sculptures in public places all over Utah.

The Foundation’s Current Governing Board is Chaired by Brian L. Streadbeck, with Gary E. Streadbeck Serving as the President, and Wendy and Mary Kay Streadbeck serving as Trustees.

We look forward to continuing our mission by building a sculpture park as well as other projects throughout the State.

Cari Edwards Wilson is a seasoned graphic designer with over 5 years of diversified experience in both paid and volunteer marketing roles.

Cari has effectively supported an array of clients, including local businesses (Salt Marketplace, etc.), and individuals and families (weddings and family history books). Her collaboration with local authors on book layouts and publications further underscores her versatility and dedication to her craft. Cari’s academic background includes an AAS in Applied Technology with Certificates in Graphic & Front-end Web Design (BYU-I).

Born and raised in Lehi, Utah, Cari balances her professional endeavors with her roles as a devoted mother to four children and a committed community member. She passionately states, “Graphic design work comes in a close third to faith and family.” Cari and her husband currently reside in Centerville, Utah.

Robert “Bob” Hanson is a distinguished expert in both for-profit and nonprofit sectors (domestic & international), with a robust background in start-ups, capitalizing, scaling, strategic & operational management, program design, granting, measuring outcomes, creative partnerships and deep experience in traditional & trending fundraising ($130m+).

Bob is part of Heritage Arts Foundation’s leadership, serves on 4 boards, 7 years as Adjunct at Romney Institute, (BYU’s Marriott School) teaching 2nd year MPA students, and owned/operated a private college for 9 years. He holds a BBA in Finance, an MBA, and honorably completed 3 years within the US Army’s elite 82nd Airborne (Fort Bragg, NC), and enjoys serving in his faith/church callings.

Bob and his wife have four children, two grandchildren and reside in American Fork, Utah.