Temple Square to debut new guest experiences before 2027 opening
August 20, 2026 at 7:06 AM MT · via The Salt Lake Tribune · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

The LDS Church will debut new guest experiences at Temple Square before, during, and after the Salt Lake Temple's anticipated 2027 open house. The Salt Lake Tribune reports the new attractions will transform how the Church presents itself to visitors, with a focus on mainstream Christian themes. The changes come as Temple Square prepares for an expected surge in tourism when the renovated temple reopens following years of seismic upgrades and reconstruction.
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