Beehive House (The)
Castles, Palaces, Historic Homes
Downtown
History, Architecture, Photography
Mobility Obstacles: Stairs
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Beehive House (The)
The home of Brigham Young
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67 East South Temple Salt Lake City, UT 84111 |
+1 801 240 2672 |
Description
Brigham Young, president of the Mormon Church and governor of the Utah territory, lived in this genteel home with his dozen children from 1854 until his death. Today, the house is restored with period furnishings and open to the public for tours. Named after the beehive, the state symbol signifying thrift and industry, the house stands in vivid contrast to the 300-square-foot cabin once occupied by the "prosperous" Deuel family and now displayed just two blocks west near the
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 9:30a-4:30p M-Sa (to 6:30p Jun-Aug), 10a-1p SuNotes: There are extended weekday hours in the summer.
Visit Time: 30min-1hr
Average Wait Time: 0-15min
Price: Free
Exposure
Indoor with climate control.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, SeniorAges that would most enjoy this site: Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Nearest Train or Bus:
TRAX Station City Center
Best Modes of Transportation:
Automobile/Car
Bus
Train
Notes: Take bus 3, 4, 5, 23, or 50, then walk about half a block east to reach The Beehive House.
Parking Availability: Yes
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