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Church History Museum

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314 Reviews

#7 of 130 things to do in Salt Lake City

Museums, Specialty Museums

45 N West Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84150-9006

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“Fascinating”

I had no idea about any of the things they show you about the history of the LDS Church ... Try it... read more

Reviewed 1 week ago

GlobalExplorerZ

Salt Lake City, Utah

“Fantastic place to visit!”

This museum has been beautifully done. There is something for every age in the family. Very... read more

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Vicki A

Brunswick, Md.

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Museum detailing the history of the Church of Latter Day Saints.

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45 N West Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84150-9006

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+1 801-240-3310

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GlobalExplorerZ

Salt Lake City, Utah

14256

Reviewed 1 week ago

Fascinating

I had no idea about any of the things they show you about the history of the LDS Church ... Try it and see for yourself.

Date of experience: January 2019

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Vicki A

Brunswick, Md.

960266

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Fantastic place to visit!

This museum has been beautifully done. There is something for every age in the family. Very impressed with everything there. We spent about 2 hours here but could have easily spent longer because there is a long to take in.

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank Vicki A

HardtoDissatisfy

Utah

198108

Reviewed December 6, 2018

It's exactly what the name says, a museum of church history.

We visit now and then with grandchildren. Each has their favorite spot, item, display, video, etc. We generally have to pry them away to see more. Anyone seeking a quick overview of the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints would do...More

Date of experience: October 2018

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homebodytravelin

South Weber, Utah

242

Reviewed November 21, 2018

Great Updates to Exhibits

The museum has been updated over the last few years and it is a great improvement. The displays are more interactive and the current layout of the first floor is chronological. The second floor has an exhibit for the Presidents of the Church, with each...More

Date of experience: April 2018

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WoofleDust

Watertown, CT

16279

Reviewed October 25, 2018

Superb Database for Learning About Your Ancestors

On a rainy day in Salt Lake City (i.e., good for doing something indoors) my wife and I decided to check out this place, and were we ever glad that we did. If you ever wondered about your ancestors, this is the homebase for a...More

Date of experience: October 2018

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Steven W

Sacramento, California

668288

Reviewed October 23, 2018

Interesting museum with lots of history

This is an interesting museum, whether you are a member of the LDS church or not. Several displays and artifacts show the impact of the church and leaders throughout history. And, it's free.

Date of experience: October 2018

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Linda C

Manchester, United Kingdom

8335

Reviewed October 5, 2018

September Tour

We visited here on our tour in September and went to the top of the building to see all over the city. A very pleasant lady gave us the tour and was very enjoyable.

Date of experience: September 2018

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travelerfromsj

San Jose, California

366437

Reviewed October 3, 2018

Mormon history

The first floor of this museum describes in detail the history of the Mormon Church, from Kirtland and Nauvoo up until the time the Mormons decided to flee west to what became Salt Lake City. There’s also a 6 minute film depicting one of Joseph...More

Date of experience: September 2018

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John W

Croydon, United Kingdom

584138

Reviewed September 28, 2018

Very good

We went to see the display about the centenary of the tabernacle organ and saw lots of other interesting paintings and objects. Very helpful staff.

Date of experience: September 2018

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Mike B

Murray, Utah

4213

Reviewed September 16, 2018

Terrific museum

For anyone interested in history and particularly pioneer history this is a superb place to visit and learn. Anyone interested in the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, they will enjoy going there. They constantly change some of the most visited...More

Date of experience: November 2017

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