
West Jordan Pioneer Church - 332
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snownomi
N 40° 36.484 W 111° 55.510
12T E 421732 N 4495661
A quick DUP Historic Marker. Nice place to hang out and have lunch.
Waymark Code: WM5NZV
Location: Utah, United States
Date Posted: 01/27/2009
Views: 26
In 1859,to replace a log church house,Bishop Archibald Gardner chose Elias Morris as architect of this red sandstone and granite church. On May 15, 1861, the corner was laid. Proceeds from a military ball, attended by LDS authorities including Brigham Young, Fort Douglas officers and others, completed the $10.000 building. Dedicated August 11, 1867 by Wilford Woodruff. Leased and restored by Daughters of Utah Pioneers 1937.
Marker Name: West Jordan Pioneer Church
 Marker Number: 332
 Marker Text: In 1859, to replace a log church house, Bishop Archibald Gardner chose Elias Morris as architect of this red sand stone and granite church. On May 15, 1861, the cornerstone was laid. Proceeds from a military ball, attended by L.D.S. Authorities includin

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