National Historic Landmark

Temple Square

Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah
Listed
October 14, 1966
Type
District
Period
Listed
Ref No.
66000738

About this property

Temple Square is a 10-acre (4.0 ha) complex, owned by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), in the center of Salt Lake City, Utah. The usage of the name has gradually changed to include several other church facilities that are immediately adjacent to Temple Square. Contained within Temple Square are the Salt Lake Temple, Salt Lake Tabernacle, Salt Lake Assembly Hall, the Seagull Monument, and two visitors' centers. The square was designated a National Historic Landmark District in 1964, recognizing the Mormon achievement in the settlement of Utah.

Location

Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah
40.77039, -111.89325

Categories

EXPLORATION/SETTLEMENTRELIGION
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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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Questions about this property

When was Temple Square listed on the National Register?

Temple Square was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 14, 1966.

What type of historic resource is Temple Square?

Temple Square is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

Is Temple Square a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Temple Square has been designated a National Historic Landmark (NHL), the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States.

What is the period of significance for Temple Square?

The period of significance for Temple Square is recorded as the listed era.

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