LDS Church President Russell Nelson announces when the Salt Lake Temple will reopen
Tours to welcome the public inside the iconic pioneer-era structure for the first time since 1893.
(Trent Nelson | The Salt Lake Tribune) The Salt Lake Temple, shown Feb. 6, 2025, will reopen in 2027.
Hired in 1991 to cover Utah's various faiths, particularly Mormonism, Peggy has talked forgiveness with Archbishop Desmond Tutu, nearly fainted waiting for the Dalai Lama, fasted with Muslims during Ramadan — and has reported on 50 consecutive semiannual LDS General Conferences.
David is a managing editor at The Tribune, where he has worked since 1984. He oversees coverage ranging from local government and west-side issues to growth, development and housing. In addition, he directs religion reporting, co-hosts the award-winning “Mormon Land” podcast and writes the Mormon Land newsletter.