The Salt Lake Tabernacle Organ

Celebrating 150 Years

Exhibit Info

This past exhibit ran from May 2017 through October 2018 at the Church History Museum. Learn more in the related content below.
The Tabernacle organ was first played during the October 1867 general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In the 150 years that have followed, it has served as the iconic backdrop for meetings and events broadcast throughout the world. This famed instrument has influenced Latter-day Saint music, culture, and worship.

Artifacts on display in this exhibit include pipes from the original organ and the console used to play the organ from 1901 to 1915.