The Wedding
Monika and Jim are getting married in the White Community Memorial
Chapel on Capitol Hill. The wedding, as you all should know by now,
will take place on October 19th, 2002 at 4:00 p.m. Please refer to
the map for directions. The reception will start at 6:00 p.m. and run
until 10:00 p.m.
The History of the White Community Memorial Chapel
The 18th Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, one
of the original 19 ecclesiastical wards of Salt Lake Valley, was
organized February 14, 1849. Early congregations consisted of
families of Brigham Young, Heber C. Kimball and Newell K. Whitney. In
1880, the original chapel of Gothic Revival style was built on A
Street and 2nd Avenue. It was dedicated January 14, 1883 and
demolished in 1973. This 18th Ward replica, dedicated June 27, 1980,
remains a permanent example of early Utah Gothic architecture.
Original parts salvaged and used in this replica include: steeple,
cornerstone, window frames, doors, benches, pulpit, and the stained
glass window. Today the Chapel is owned by the State and can be
reserved by the Public for weddings and other events.