St. George Utah Temple
Historic sites
Utah's first completed Latter-day Saint temple, dedicated in 1877. Its brilliant white pioneer-era exterior and surrounding grounds are a St. George landmark, with a public visitors' center on site.
Historic Significance
The St. George Utah Temple was the first Latter-day Saint temple completed in Utah. Brigham Young presided over the November 1871 groundbreaking, and the temple was dedicated in April 1877, near the end of his life. Its gleaming white exterior and tower make it one of the most recognizable pioneer-era landmarks in southern Utah. The temple underwent an extensive renovation and was rededicated on December 10, 2023.
Visiting the Grounds and Visitors' Center
The temple stands at 250 E 400 S in St. George on a roughly 6.5-acre site. The temple interior is reserved for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but the grounds and exterior are a popular spot for visitors and photographers. A free visitors' center nearby (490 South 300 East) is open to the general public and features exhibits on Jesus Christ, temples, and local history, including a replica of the Christus statue.
Frequently asked questions
Can the public go inside the St. George Utah Temple?
The temple interior is reserved for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. However, the grounds and exterior are open to visitors, and a free visitors' center nearby is open to the general public.
Why is the St. George Utah Temple historically significant?
Dedicated in 1877, it was the first Latter-day Saint temple completed in Utah and remains one of the region's most notable pioneer-era landmarks.
Where is the temple visitors' center and when is it open?
The visitors' center is at 490 South 300 East in St. George, open Monday-Saturday 10:00 AM-9:00 PM and Sunday 1:00 PM-9:00 PM, with free admission.
Address
250 E 400 SSt. George, UT 84770