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- 1Commentary: LDS temples once hosted dances, but no more●Commentary: Temples have been around from the LDS start. But they don’t host dances anymore.
A commentary in the Salt Lake Tribune looks at the history of temples in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, noting that while temples have existed since the church's founding, they no longer host dances as they once did. The piece reflects on how the purposes and uses of these sacred buildings have changed over time.
- 2Church of Jesus Christ to unveil new Temple Square during general conference▼Church of Jesus Christ unveils its new Temple Square in upcoming general conference special
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is set to present its renovated Temple Square in Salt Lake City through a special during its upcoming general conference. The project, one of the largest renovation efforts in the church's history, has drawn attention as members await a first look at the restored grounds and landmarks in downtown Salt Lake City.
- 3Latter-day Saints open October 2026 general conference▼October 2026 general conference: Announcements, talk summaries, photos, session highlights
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is holding its October 2026 general conference, with Church News providing announcements, talk summaries, photos and session highlights. The biannual gathering draws worldwide attention as church leaders deliver addresses and members look for new temple locations, policy changes and other major announcements from Salt Lake City.
- 4Non-Mormon historian looks forward to visiting Salt Lake Temple●Why this non-Latter-day Saint historian is excited to visit the Salt Lake Temple — even if there is no dancing
A historian who is not a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints says she is excited to visit the Salt Lake Temple, even though activities like dancing are not part of the experience there. The remark comes as the landmark temple in Salt Lake City, Utah, draws renewed public attention, and it highlights curiosity about the faith's sacred spaces from outside its membership.