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Christus Statue
Duration: 30 Min
This west pavilion of the Temple Square Visitors’ Center features a replica of Thorvaldsen’s Christus. Enjoy a peaceful setting and a clear view of the Salt Lake Temple.
A brief audio presentation about Jesus Christ plays regularly throughout the day. Nearby, “living artwork” portrays moments from His life and ministry, inviting deeper understanding and personal connection.
Many visitors begin their experience here, finding the pavilion a meaningful place to reflect on who Jesus Christ is and how His life continues to influence faith, hope, and peace today.
A brief audio presentation about Jesus Christ plays regularly throughout the day. Nearby, “living artwork” portrays moments from His life and ministry, inviting deeper understanding and personal connection.
Many visitors begin their experience here, finding the pavilion a meaningful place to reflect on who Jesus Christ is and how His life continues to influence faith, hope, and peace today.
Things to Do Nearby
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Christ in Gethsemane
In Gethsemane, Jesus Christ knelt in prayer and bore the pain, sorrow, and sins of the world. This statue honors His act of love and invites reflection on the strength, peace, and hope found through Him.
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Come Unto Me
This newly commissioned sculpture portrays Jesus Christ extending His arm in strength and compassion. Inspired by His invitation to “come unto me,” it reflects His willingness to receive, help, and give peace to all who turn to Him.
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Christ Carrying the Cross
This statue shows Jesus Christ bearing His cross to Calvary. Though He faced pain and rejection, He responded with mercy and forgiveness. It reminds us that Christ willingly gave His life for humanity, and through Him, we can find strength, mercy, and eternal hope.
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Pioneer Elms
These English and American elm trees near the Salt Lake Tabernacle and Assembly Hall rise more than 80 feet tall. Planted in the late 1880s, they reflect the endurance and care of the early settlers who shaped this place.
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Salt Lake Temple Model
This detailed scale model offers a rare look inside the Salt Lake Temple. During a brief presentation, walls open to reveal interior rooms as narration and music explain what happens in temples and why they matter to followers of Jesus Christ.
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Let the celebration begin!
Join us for an unforgettable experience April 5 to October 1, 2027. Everyone is welcome. Reservations are recommended to tour the Salt Lake Temple Open House.