Temple Square
Utah
Temple Square is a 10-acre complex located in the heart of Salt Lake City, Utah, owned and operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). It includes several significant buildings such as the Salt Lake Temple, Salt Lake Tabernacle, Salt Lake Assembly Hall, and two visitors' centers. The site serves as the headquarters of the LDS Church and is a center of worship, history, and culture. Its architecture is notable for its majestic design, especially the Salt Lake Temple, which is the largest and most famous LDS temple. The grounds feature beautifully maintained gardens and the Seagull Monument, commemorating an important event in Mormon pioneer history. Temple Square is a vibrant destination with concerts, live performances, and seasonal events like the popular Christmas light display attracting over 10,000 visitors nightly. It is also the central point from which Salt Lake City's street grid is measured. The complex offers free admission and various tours, making it accessible and welcoming to all visitors interested in religious history, architecture, and community events.
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Astuce: The best time to visit Temple Square is during the Christmas season to experience the spectacular light displays and concerts. Admission to Temple Square is free, but some special events and performances may require tickets, which can be reserved in advance. Comfortable clothing is recommended as there is no formal dress code. Visitors should check the official Temple Square website for current event schedules and any temporary closures or renovations, such as those related to the Salt Lake Temple renovation project scheduled to conclude with a public open house in 2027.
Faits intéressants
- •Temple Square attracts over 5 million visitors annually, comparable to major U.S. national parks.
- •The Salt Lake Tabernacle, built in 1867, seats 8,000 and is home to the famous Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square.
- •During Christmas, about 100,000 lights illuminate the grounds each evening until 10 pm.
- •Temple Square serves as the central point for Salt Lake City's street grid system.
- •The 28-story LDS Church office building was once the tallest building in Utah.
Histoire
Temple Square was designated by Brigham Young in 1847 as the site for the Mormon temple upon the arrival of pioneers in the Salt Lake Valley.
The area was initially called Temple Block and later became Temple Square when the city was surveyed.
Early structures included a tabernacle and Endowment House, both since demolished.
The current Salt Lake Tabernacle was built in 1867 to host church conferences and is renowned for its acoustics and the Tabernacle Choir.
Over the 20th century, the LDS Church expanded its headquarters around Temple Square, adding office buildings and the Joseph Smith Memorial Building.
The site was declared a National Historic Landmark District in 1964, recognizing its cultural and historical importance.
Renovations and expansions continue to maintain Temple Square as a living center of worship and public engagement.
Guide du lieu
Salt Lake Temple1893
The iconic centerpiece of Temple Square, the Salt Lake Temple is the largest operating LDS temple, known for its intricate granite architecture and symbolic design. It is currently undergoing significant renovations with a public open house planned for 2027.
Salt Lake Tabernacle1867
Built in 1867, this large auditorium is famous for its unique elliptical dome and exceptional acoustics. It hosts the renowned Tabernacle Choir and church general conferences, seating up to 8,000 people.
Salt Lake Assembly Hall1882
A Gothic Revival-style building seating about 2,000, used for religious services and concerts. It is noted for its stained glass windows and historic pipe organ.
Visitors' Centers20th century
Two centers provide exhibits, interactive displays, and educational resources about LDS history, beliefs, and Temple Square's significance. They welcome millions of visitors annually with free admission.
Seagull Monument1913
A monument commemorating the 'Miracle of the Gulls,' where seagulls saved early Mormon crops from a cricket infestation in 1848. It symbolizes divine intervention and pioneer resilience.
Contact
Téléphone: (801) 240-8945
