St. George Utah Tabernacle

St. George Tabernacle (Mormon) is located in St. George, Utah, known to locals as being symbolic of its pioneering origins. To others it is seen as a desert jewel because its grandeur can be seen from far across the desert, a beacon of hope to weary travelers. It is also steeped in history and well worth a quick visit.

The Mormon St. George Tabernacle has become known as a desert jewel, and symbolizes, for some, the town of St. George's early pioneering history. Others have come to view it as a ray of hope for the travelers who cross the nearby desert because it is easily seen from so many miles away. In fact, any visit to St. George should include a stop at the tabernacle, just to learn about the area's interesting history.

When the Tabernacle was first built, it was St. George's central point. Even today, Mormons in the area look to it for inspiration and hope. However, it is much more than that. The facilities can accommodate events with as many as twelve hundred people. The clock acts as the main time source for both locals and those in more distant communities because its bell can be easily heard across the sandy expanse nearby. People run their very lives by the clock – when to rise, when to sleep and when to go to church.

Today the tabernacle towers above the town, reminding everyone of its humble and difficult beginnings. Currently, visitors can enjoy not only regular church services, but musical and historical events, all free of charge. In fact, the church is open yearly, welcoming visitors for tours between 9am and 5pm in the winter months, and 9am to 6pm during the summer.