On February 14, 2025, President Russell M. Nelson took to social media to share an exciting announcement—the Salt Lake Temple will open its doors to the public for a special open house celebration! From April to October 2027, people from all over the world will have the rare chance to step inside this sacred and historic temple.
In his heartfelt message, President Nelson extended a personal invitation to all, encouraging everyone to experience this unique opportunity to learn more about temples, faith, and the promises God offers His children.
Below is his full post:
On February 14, 1853, a groundbreaking ceremony in Salt Lake City began a 40-year journey of faith and sacrifice, culminating in the dedication of the Salt Lake Temple in 1893.
A current and comprehensive renovation to strengthen this sacred house of the Lord for future generations is now nearing completion.
Today, exactly 172 years after the groundbreaking ceremony, I am delighted to announce that the temple will reopen for tours during a public open house from April to October 2027.
We warmly invite our friends to come and learn about God’s plan for His children and rejoice in the love of Jesus Christ. Details about this event will be shared as April 2027 approaches.
As houses of the Lord now dot the earth, I invite you to cherish your time and service at the temples closest to you as we prepare for the reopening of the Salt Lake Temple in 2027.
Overview of the foundation at the Salt Lake Temple’s southeast towers in Salt Lake City, Utah, on Monday, December 16, 2024. | Church NewsroomIn 2019, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced a bold new chapter in the history of the Salt Lake Temple—a massive renovation that would preserve and strengthen the sacred structure for generations to come. The temple, which has stood as an icon of faith since its dedication in 1893, needed seismic upgrades to help it withstand earthquakes, along with modernized facilities and improved accessibility.
The ceiling of a new baptistry in the north addition of the Salt Lake Temple on July 17, 2024. The renovated temple will have two baptistries instead of one (both located in the north addition). | Photo Courtesy of Church NewsroomConstruction officially began in January 2020, as crews carefully worked to reinforce the temple’s foundation using a base isolation system—a cutting-edge engineering method that allows the temple to “float” during seismic activity. The entire Temple Square area also underwent a transformation, with redesigned landscaping, new visitor areas, and enhanced walkways to create a more welcoming experience.
A rendering of the entry into the Salt Lake Temple, with the recommend desk and skylight.
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