West Jordan Pioneer Church
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 cornerstone was laid. Proceeds from a military ball attended by L.D.S. 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 can be reached from the intersection of 7800 South (State Highway 48) and 1140 West.
Courtesy hmdb.org
