St. George Tabernacle — Attraction in Saint George

I was so impressed. I am not Mormon or any other religion. That did not seem matter to the wonderful and kind Elders that were there. They took me through this magnificent edifice and told me the story of the love, devotion, passion and sacrifice that went into building this amazing Tabernacle. The building is so beautiful. I was able to see with my own eyes the hearts and souls of the craftsmen who truly poured their hearts, bodies and minds into their work. I was made welcome. I was made to feel I belonged there. If you ever visit St. George you must vist this Tabernacle and...

Fascinating pioneer structure built in the 1860's by early settlers who had little. I love the history and true stories this building contains. Only those who were truly committed to what they believed in could have dug the basement out of red rock and sand for 2 YEARS by hand, shovel & pick-ax. Short, guided 20 minute tours which take you up, down and around the balcony, podium and meeting room, which is now a community performance center. Don't miss the poems folded into a small can by one of the workmen, and found over 100 years later...

Beautiful and historic! From a personal stand point 5 out of 5 stars. However, if you are taking a group of people with wheelchairs or walkers be aware that while it is wheelchair accessible getting into the Tabernacle, once inside there is not really anywhere to put people who are in wheelchairs (especially when it's a full house). The isles and hallways are narrow and elevator is small. If you have people in wheelchairs who need to use the restroom it is very difficult to...