Provo Tabernacle, Tabernacle in downtown Provo, United States.
The Provo Tabernacle is a Gothic Revival building of tan and pinkish brick in downtown Provo, Utah. Its central facade rises to a steep gabled roof topped by a small flèche, flanked by two square towers with tall pointed spires; the left tower is set slightly forward. A round-arched traceried window sits above a double-door entrance reached by steps, with smaller arched windows in the towers and side bays. A stone foundation runs along the base.
Construction began in 1883 under architect William Harrison Folsom's direction, creating a landmark for the growing community. A major fire in 2010 destroyed the interior, prompting a complete rebuilding that preserved the original exterior shell.
The building served as a gathering place for community events and religious services, making it a central meeting point for the local population. Performances and celebrations held within its walls connected people across generations.
The building is accessible to visitors during daytime hours, with warmer months offering the best conditions for viewing the exterior details. The central location makes it easy to reach on foot and combine with other downtown attractions nearby.
The 2012 excavation by Brigham Young University's Office of Public Archaeology uncovered the foundation of the first tabernacle and a nearby baptismal font. Coins, trinkets and other small items that had fallen through the floorboards were found in the foundation; the stones were later disassembled and donated to Provo City.
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