Scenic Byway 143 - Utah's Patchwork Parkway
Parowan Old Rock Church, UT

In 1861 construction was begun on a large church building in the center of the Parowan public square. Pioneers envisioned a building of three stories, built from the abundant red sandstone and massive timbers in nearby canyons. Known as the “Old Rock Church,” the building was completed in 1867 and served as a place of worship, town council hall, school building, social hall, and tourist camp. In 1939 it was restored through the efforts of the Daughters of Utah Pioneers.