Church History Museum

Discover the spiritual, artistic, and cultural legacies of the Latter-day Saints.
Plan Your Visit

Now Open

The Church History Museum is free and open to the public on Monday 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Tuesday–Thursday 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, and Friday–Saturday 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Closed Sunday. View holiday hours.

Visitor Information
Plan your visit and find answers to frequently asked questions about location, parking, group visits, and more.
Exhibitions
See what’s on display today at the museum, and explore online exhibitions, past exhibitions, and what’s coming soon.
Programs and Events
View upcoming events and ongoing educational programs and activities offered at the museum.

Christmas at the Church History Museum

Join us in celebrating the Christmas season by visiting the Giving Machine in the museum lobby, decorating our Light the World tree, watching a musical performance or making an international Christmas craft.
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The Heavens Are Opened

Step into the Sacred Grove and experience the marvelous events of Joseph Smith’s First Vision of God the Father and Jesus Christ, beautifully depicted in our immersive cinematic theater.
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Explore

Featured Exhibit
Temples Dot the Earth
An interactive exhibit for children.
International Art Competitions
View artwork from past competitions, and learn how to participate in the next one.
Museum Treasures
Explore a series of articles highlighting historical treasures in the museum’s collection.
Art Collection
Learn about the museum’s art collection and recent acquisitions.
Museum Store
Shop at the museum store and find the perfect memento to take home.
Volunteer Opportunities
Join our team as a museum docent or store volunteer.
Ask Us
Submit a question to our team of historians, curators, educators, and conservators.

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About the Museum

Read about the museum’s purpose, history, and collection.

Church History Catalog

Dig deeper into Church archives using the Church History Catalog.

Historic Sites

Discover Church Historic Sites located across the United States, and plan your next visit.