As the new Temple Square Visitors’ Center opens to the public today in Salt Lake City, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has released an update on the Salt Lake Temple renovation project.
Those planning to visit Temple Square are also encouraged to download the Temple Square app, available for Apple and Android devices, and to visit TempleSquare.org for more information.
Salt Lake Temple renovation update
Inside the celestial room of Salt Lake City’s historic house of the Lord, chandeliers are being installed. Additional work is progressing with sealing rooms in the sealing wing addition, staircase railings and intricate finishing through the sacred edifice.
Atop the temple, a new copper roof has been fully installed, “marking a major exterior achievement,” according to the Church’s update.
In about a year, it added, the copper will darken to a brownish color then gradually develop a natural green patina.
Around the temple site, additional work is underway on decorative fencing, and parquet wood flooring is being added in the temple entrance buildings.
Stone paving is also being installed around the temple’s exterior, to define walkways and create gathering areas to support increased numbers of visitors.
Information about the renovation was published on Monday, May 18, on ChurchofJesusChrist.org. Photos of the renovation were also published.
Volunteers needed for Salt Lake Temple Celebration
In addition to the update, the Temple Square social media accounts called for volunteers for next year’s Salt Lake Temple Celebration in a May 15 post.
“We’re looking for exceptional volunteers who want to help guests feel welcomed, supported and inspired throughout the celebration,” the post reads. “Volunteers will support guest experiences, wayfinding, accessibility, activities and more.”
Talented young performers are also needed, including musicians, vocalists and performers.
Volunteer applications will be available in June 2026, and roles are open for people 16 years of age and older from all backgrounds.
About Salt Lake Temple renovations
The Salt Lake Temple was closed on Dec. 29, 2019, to undergo extensive renovations for three main reasons: to upgrade the building seismically, preserve the historic craftsmanship and double the capacity of the temple.
The Salt Lake Temple open house has been announced for April 5, 2027, through Oct. 1, 2027. Members of the public are invited to tour the historic structure seven days a week — from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sundays — before the temple’s rededication.
On Friday, May 8, the First Presidency and Presiding Bishopric toured the Salt Lake Temple. “The opportunity to tour the temple today was a welcome chance to be with my brothers in the First Presidency in a place we cherish,” said Church President Dallin H. Oaks of the visit. “I have been looking forward to this opportunity to see firsthand the progress of this important project.”
On Monday, May 18, the Temple Square Visitors’ Center opened to the public. The facility focuses on the Savior, with elements designed to help individuals understand the purpose of houses of the Lord and their role in the plan of salvation.
