Assembly Hall, Gothic Revival religious building in Temple Square, Salt Lake City, US.
Description
The Assembly Hall is a house of prayer in Salt Lake City with 24 granite spires reaching upward and stained glass windows that filter light into the interior. The floor plan follows a cruciform shape that creates a spacious, symmetrical space for gatherings.
History
Construction began in 1877 using granite from quarries that supplied the nearby temple, replacing an older adobe structure that had become too damaged to use. The new building was needed as the previous one could no longer serve its purpose.
Culture
The building displays symbols of faith throughout its spaces, with beehives and sego lilies appearing in decorative elements that visitors encounter while moving through the halls. These images reflect the beliefs and values central to those who gather here.
Practical
The building opens to visitors on weekends when free concerts, lectures, and services take place that welcome people from all backgrounds. Checking ahead about what events are scheduled helps you plan a meaningful visit.
Did you know?
The building displays symbols above each entrance that unexpectedly come from a different faith tradition, showing how varied imagery was woven together. Hundreds of small speakers hidden beneath the benches, easy to overlook, distribute sound evenly throughout the space.
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