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Provo City Center Temple and Wasatch Mountains – Utah

Provo City Center Temple and Wasatch Mountains - Utah

The Provo City Center Temple, located in Provo, Utah, is a stunning example of historic preservation and religious significance. Originally built as the Provo Tabernacle in the late 19th century, the structure was severely damaged by a fire in 2010. Rather than demolish the remains, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced plans to restore and transform the building into a temple. Completed in 2016, the temple retains much of the original architecture, blending Gothic and Romanesque Revival styles with modern design elements. Its soaring spires, stained glass windows, and meticulously landscaped grounds make it a cherished landmark. The Provo City Center Temple serves as a place of worship, reflection, and community for Latter-day Saints, symbolizing renewal and faith.

Deseret Bookstore – Salt Lake City – Utah

Deseret Bookstore - Salt Lake City - Utah

Deseret Book is a prominent retail company specializing in books, media, and products related to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) and its teachings. Established in 1866 in Salt Lake City, Utah, Deseret Book has become a cornerstone of LDS culture, providing resources that promote spiritual growth, family values, and education. The company’s offerings include religious books, scriptures, music, art, home decor, and gift items, catering to the needs of LDS Church members and those interested in its doctrines.

With both physical stores and an extensive online presence, Deseret Book serves customers globally. In addition to retail, it operates a publishing division responsible for producing works by prominent LDS authors, including church leaders. Its flagship location in downtown Salt Lake City is a popular destination for tourists and church members visiting Temple Square. Deseret Book also offers subscription services like Bookshelf Plus, providing access to an expansive library of audiobooks and eBooks. Through its products and services, Deseret Book continues to play a significant role in supporting the spiritual and cultural life of LDS communities.

Historic Benson Grist Mill – Winter – Tooele, Utah

Historic Benson Grist Mill - Winter - Tooele, Utah

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In 1854, on the orders of Mormon Church President Brigham Young, LDS apostle Ezra Taft Benson arrived in Tooele Valley to construct a gristmill that would serve new settlers to the area.

Located next to a spring-fed pond, the Benson Gristmill was made of rock and wood by skilled pioneer artisans over 150 years ago. From 1854, until the 1940’s the mill produced milled wheat and corn.

From 1854 to the 1940’s, the Benson Mill processed wheat and corn by the ton. The milling equipment can be seen inside the mill during the tour.

For more than 40’s after its closure, the mill stood idle. Then in 1983 a group of volunteers began restoration of the structure seen today.

The Tooele Valley sits directly west of Salt Lake City, along the I-80 Interstate corridor that stretches toward Wendover and the Nevada Border.

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