St. Mark's Episcopal Cathedral
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N 40° 46.042 W 111° 53.058
12T E 425367 N 4513308
This church was built by one of the early Protestant denominations that came to convert the Mormons who they considered to not be "true Christians".
Waymark Code: WM9QZQ
Location: Utah, United States
Date Posted: 09/22/2010
Views: 12
The plaque is inscribed:
St. Mark's Episcopal Cathedral
Begun in 1870-1871, Completed 1882-1902.
Architect Richard Upjohn, founder of A.I.A.
Utah's oldest non-Mormon church in continuous use.
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St. Mark's Episcopal Cathedral is the oldest non-Mormon cathedral in Utah and probably the oldest religious structure in continuous use in Salt Lake City. It was designed by famed architect, Richard Upjohn, architect of the Trinity Church, New York City, and founder and first president of the American Institute of Architects. It is said to be the last church designed by Mr, Upjohn and is a good example of his Gothic Revival style. Its location in Utah is significant.
Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 01/01/1902
Age of Church building determined by?: Historical Society
If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Episcopal
If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Sunday
Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: 10:30 AM
Street address of Church:
231 E 100 South
Salt Lake City, Utah
84111
Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link]
If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: Not listed
Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: Not listed
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