If anyone were to think that the only pioneers that came to Utah were the Mormon settlers in 1847, one look at the Days of ‘47 Parade would prove them wrong. With 130 entries from LDS stakes, high schools, churches and other organizations, the parade showed how community members from all over the state of Utah were proud to share how pioneers inspire today’s generation on the morning of July 25.
This year, the refugee community in Salt Lake City joined the Days of '47 Parade. "They wanted to be a part of Utah’s celebration," Jodene Smith, parade co-chair, said. "They’re just elated to participate."
With Salt Lake City Burundi Drummers performing atop a float, refugees who have made a new home in Utah walked the parade route holding flags from the countries they emigrated from.
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