Deuel Log Cabin, Salt Lake City

Deuel Log Cabin, Salt Lake City

This piece of Mormon history is easy to miss on a visit to Temple Square, since it is tucked in a little plaza between the Museum of Church History and the Family History Library, just across the street from Temple Square. Built in 1847, it is one of only two surviving log homes built by the Mormon settlers upon their arrival in Salt Lake Valley that year, having preserved its original roof, walls, and poles that are over 170 years old.

A peek through a plexiglass door reveals the sparse, but neat living arrangements of Mary and Osmyn Deuel and Osmyn's brother Amos in the 15 by 20 foot home. Equally interesting is the landscaping surrounding it. According to the plaques, the plants are native to Utah, and are landscaped to demonstrate the environs in which you would find them. All in all, definitely worth a few minutes of your time while touring Temple Square.

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Sight Name: Deuel Log Cabin
Sight Location: Salt Lake City, USA (See walking tours in Salt Lake City)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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