Ian Hallagan (he/him) is an independent folklorist currently based in Nashville, TN. Previously, he served as the Folk Arts Coordinator for the Utah Division of Arts & Museums from October 2022 until June 2025. As state folklorist, Ian oversaw a variety of folklife programming, such as the annual Living Traditions Festival and Mondays in the Park, as well as an assortment of exhibits, public programs, digital storytelling projects, and more. Previously, Ian has worked as a public folklorist for the Bear River Heritage Area, Western Folklife Center, University of South Carolina McKissick Museum, and Texas Folklife. He is also the creator and producer of Hide & Horn, a podcast dedicated to custom gearmaking across the United States.