Abstract
Although tabernacles do not hold the sacred meaning of Mormon temples, they are symbolic landmarks of the culture of the early Mormon Saints. Tabernacles were once an integral part of each community in which they were located. They were often the main buildings in the community, reflecting the coherent, orderly nature of a Mormon town. Today, many of the original tabernacles have been torn down and others are under the threat of destruction.
The first tabernacles built in the Mormon Culture Region were constructed in the 1850s. They were large meetinghouses built for the purpose of holding large general meetings. They were preacher centered houses of worship with few classrooms or recreational facilities. Over time the tabernacles became larger and often more ornate. Because of the growth of the Church, change in Church programs and technological advancement tabernacles are no longer built. Those remaining are threatened with destruction because of high maintenance costs, and low practicality.
Degree
MS
College and Department
Family, Home, and Social Sciences; Geography
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BYU ScholarsArchive Citation
Jenson, Crystal Wride, "The Geographical Landscape of Tabernacles in the Mormon Culture Region" (1992). Theses and Dissertations. 4826.
https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/etd/4826
Date Submitted
1992
Document Type
Thesis
Handle
http://hdl.lib.byu.edu/1877/etdm373
Keywords
Mormon tabernacles, Utah, Wellsville
Language
English