450 North Canyon Road, Salt Lake City
Beautiful Meditation Chapel is a space set apart for quiet reflection. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Beason built the chapel in 1948 as a memorial to their son, Ross Beason, Jr., and all other Utahns who died in World War II. The plaza surrounding the chapel contains more than 300 granite markers each representing a Utah serviceman whose remains were not recovered after the war. The pink marble chapel features intricate bronze doors, stunning “acid etched” windows, and a patterned marble floor. Take some time to enjoy the chapel's contemplative atmosphere and lovely setting in Memory Grove Park.
Tour schedule and Information:
- Utah Heritage Foundation offers free tours of Meditation Chapel on Wednesdays from noon to 2:00 p.m., June through September.
- We also offer free tours on the following Saturdays, from noon to 2:00 p.m.: June 6, July 11, August 1, and September 5.
- Utah Heritage Foundation also offers tours of Memorial House across the park from Meditation Chapel. These tours are also free and open to the public. However, they are subject to cancellation due to pre-scheduled events at Memorial House. Click here for more information on Memorial House and Memory Grove Park history.
- Tours outside of this schedule must be arranged two weeks in advance, and are for groups of at least 10. Contact Volunteer Director This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information at (801) 533-0858 extension 104.
