- The Cathedral of the Madeleine celebrated its 117th anniversary in Salt Lake City on Saturday.
- Originally dedicated on Aug. 15, 1909, it has undergone several beautifications and renovations.
- The cathedral is a significant place of worship for all Utah residents.
SALT LAKE CITY — The Cathedral of the Madeleine is nestled in the foothills, and its congregation celebrated the 117th anniversary of the building’s dedication on Saturday.
Ground was broken on South Temple in 1899 for what was initially the St. Mary Magdalene parish church, and it was dedicated on Aug. 15, 1909.
Parishioners could worship inside, but the second Bishop of Salt Lake City, Joseph Glass, began beautifying the original design. Glass hired John Theodore Comes to design murals and ornate carvings throughout the building…