Former First Church of Christ Scientist, Salt Lake City
In July 1891 several Christian Scientists came to Salt Lake City to organize a branch church and This led to the formation of the first Utah congregation, which later became First Church of Christ Scientist in Salt Lake City, incorporated on August 27,1891.
In 1897 the local members voted to build their own church located at 352 East 300 South. The church building, designed by local architect, Walter E. Ware, in the Richardsonian Romanesque style, was built in 1898 of brick and Utah Kyune sandstone. After being completely paid for, it was dedicated on November 27, 1898.
The former First Church of Christ Scientist in Salt Lake City is a historic structure that, on July 30, 1976, was added to the National Register of Historic Places.
Today the church building is no longer listed as a Christian Science Church in the Christian Science Journal. After being used for a time by Anthony's Fine Art and Antiques, the building is once again being used as a church: Iglesia La Luz del Mundo.
In 1897 the local members voted to build their own church located at 352 East 300 South. The church building, designed by local architect, Walter E. Ware, in the Richardsonian Romanesque style, was built in 1898 of brick and Utah Kyune sandstone. After being completely paid for, it was dedicated on November 27, 1898.
The former First Church of Christ Scientist in Salt Lake City is a historic structure that, on July 30, 1976, was added to the National Register of Historic Places.
Today the church building is no longer listed as a Christian Science Church in the Christian Science Journal. After being used for a time by Anthony's Fine Art and Antiques, the building is once again being used as a church: Iglesia La Luz del Mundo.
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Sight Name: Former First Church of Christ Scientist
Sight Location: Salt Lake City, USA (See walking tours in Salt Lake City)
Sight Type: Religious
Sight Location: Salt Lake City, USA (See walking tours in Salt Lake City)
Sight Type: Religious
Walking Tours in Salt Lake City, Utah
Create Your Own Walk in Salt Lake City
Creating your own self-guided walk in Salt Lake City is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Salt Lake City Downtown Walk
Salt Lake City's downtown epitomizes the city's settlement and growth. Renowned for its cleanliness, visitors often praise its meticulously planned layout, reminiscent of a Cartesian graph centered around Temple Square, a sacred site for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS).
In 1847, Brigham Young, leader of Mormon pioneer settlers, designated the site for... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.1 Km or 1.9 Miles
In 1847, Brigham Young, leader of Mormon pioneer settlers, designated the site for... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.1 Km or 1.9 Miles
Pioneers Trail
After extensive religious persecution in the Eastern and Midwestern United States, the Mormon Pioneers made their way westward across the plains and mountains to a spot where Brigham Young said God had designated they should stop and settle. Unlike other social groups (farmers, miners, merchants) who created other western cities, these settlers arrived in Salt Lake Valley as a centrally organized... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.9 Km or 1.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.9 Km or 1.2 Miles
Historical Buildings Tour
Salt Lake City’s downtown is a good place to view historical buildings and sites, each with its unique story and significance, that reflect the city’s Mormon heritage and more.
One such edifice is the Devereaux Mansion, a stunning example of Second Empire architecture that stands as a testament to the city's prosperous past. The Salt Lake Temple, an iconic symbol of the city and a... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.0 Km or 2.5 Miles
One such edifice is the Devereaux Mansion, a stunning example of Second Empire architecture that stands as a testament to the city's prosperous past. The Salt Lake Temple, an iconic symbol of the city and a... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.0 Km or 2.5 Miles