Last updated: February 7, 2024
Place
Temple Square
NPS Photo
Quick Facts
Location:
50 N. West Temple Street, Salt Lake City, Utah
Significance:
Many passing emigrants, curious to hear Brigham Young speak, attended open-air Mormon Church services here and described the construction of the temple and tabernacle in their journals.
MANAGED BY:
Visit the extensive, enclosed formal garden area where the Salt Lake Temple and famous Mormon Tabernacle are located. Many passing emigrants, curious to hear Brigham Young speak, attended open-air Mormon Church services here and described the construction of the temple and tabernacle in their journals. All are welcome to visit the square, but entrance to the temple itself is restricted.
Site Information
Location (50 N. West Temple Street, Salt Lake City, Utah)
More Site Information
Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail
Mormon Pioneer Trail: Salt Lake City Itinerary
This site is on the Salt Lake City Itinerary. Each site provides the opportunity to experience and learn about Salt Lake City, a pioneer waystation as well as a destination, and its rich combined history of the Mormon Pioneer, Pony Express, and California national historic trails.