Church History Museum

Please note that the museum’s exhibit for children, A Firm Foundation, will be temporarily closed due to construction beginning August 3, 2026. It will reopen on November 24, 2026. During the construction period, various other children’s activities will be offered.

Discover the Church History Museum

The Church History Museum offers immersive, interactive, and engaging experiences for individuals and families to connect with the history of the Church of Jesus Christ and the growing spiritual, artistic and cultural legacies of the Latter-day Saints.

Exhibitions

Things to see at the museum.

Programs & Events

Things to do at the museum.

Collection Highlights

Things to explore from home.

International Art Competitions

Every three years, Latter-day Saint artists from around the world participate in a theme-based competition hosted and exhibited by the Church History Museum.

Plan Your Visit to the Church History Museum

Museum Store

Artwork, books, and other novelties and memorabilia are available for purchase at the Museum Store.

Learn More

Church History Museum docents help visitors at the Museum Front Desk.

Volunteer at the Museum

Help is always welcome at the museum. Get in touch with us to see current volunteer opportunities.

Explore Service Opportunities

About the Museum

Registrars Clare Smith and Carrie Snow safely remove a painting of Christ by Harry Anderson from its art rack in Church History Museum storage.

The Church History Museum has a rich collection and a long-standing history of helping individuals connect in personal and meaningful ways to “the great things of God” manifest in the history of a worldwide faith. Read on to discover more about the museum’s purpose, organization, collection, and history.