Culture
Tongan
Wedding Reception Traditions
Many Polynesians came to Salt Lake City because of their faith in the
LDS Church. Others came for opportunities in employment and education
or to join family. Today, Polynesians represent many religions including
Mormon, Lutheran, and Methodist.
Courtesy of the Utah
Arts Council
Photo by Hal Cannon, 1983
The
Polynesian Gift to Utah is made possible by a
generous grant from the R. Harold Burton Foundation.