Every Temple Podcast
By Toni Gaines and Janelle Hillyer
Bismarck North Dakota Temple
The Bismarck North Dakota Temple was built to support saints living over a large area, over 200,000 sq miles! It is a blessing to members who once drove 12-16 hours to get to their nearest temple. The Church bought extra land in the early 1980's, not really knowing what it could be used for, and held onto the land when it didn't really make sense to do so. Check out the full episode to learn more!
Announcement: 29 July 1998
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 17 October 1998 by Kenneth Johnson
Public Open House: 10–11 September 1999 | 1 days
Dedication: 19 September 1999 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Site: 1.6 acres | 0.6 hectares
Exterior Finish: Granite veneer from Québec
Architectural Features: Single attached spire with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Two instruction rooms (two-stage progressive), two sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 10,700 square feet | 994 square meters
Elevation: 1,850 feet | 564 meters
Columbus Ohio Temple
The Columbus Ohio Temple was the first temple in Ohio since the Kirtland Temple. It has special ties to the history of the church, and is a beautiful reminder of the keys that were restored in Kirtland. Listen to the full episode to learn more about the people who helped build and landscaped and protected this temple!
Announcement: 25 April 1998
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 12 September 1998 by John K. Carmack
Public Open House: 21–28 August 1999 | 7 days
Dedication: 4–5 September 1999 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 29 April–13 May 2023 | 14 days
Rededication: 4 June 2023 by M. Russell Ballard
Site: 5 acres | 2.0 hectares
Exterior Finish: White Spanish Marble and Granite
Architectural Features: Single attached spire with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Two instruction rooms (two-stage progressive), two sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 11,745 square feet | 1,091 square meters Originally 10,700 sq ft
Height: 77 feet | 23.5 meters
Elevation: 858 feet | 262 meters
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Spokane Washington Temple
The Spokane Washington Temple is a beautiful small temple in the stunning suburb of Opportunity. It was built with intention and faith, with help from the local saints. We love the stories of members helping to clean and landscape their temple, and serve inside it. Listen to our full episode to hear more stories and history of this House of the Lord.Announcement: 13 August 1998Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 10 October 1998 by F. Melvin HammondPublic Open House: 6–14 August 1999 | 8 daysDedication: 21–23 August 1999 by Gordon B. HinckleySite: 2 acres | 0.8 hectaresExterior Finish: GraniteArchitectural Features: Single attached spire with an angel Moroni statueOrdinance Rooms: Two instruction rooms (two-stage progressive), two sealing rooms, and one baptistryTotal Floor Area: 10,700 square feet | 994 square metersElevation: 2,023 feet | 617 meters#churchofjesuschristtemples #templesofutah #temple #ldstemples #ldspodcast #everytemplepodcast #lds #ldstemples #latterdaysaints #churchofjesuschrist #mormon #churchhistorymatters #church #churchhistory #historypodcast #history #education #spencerwkimball #gordonbhinckley #russellmnelson #dallinhoaks
Guayaquil Ecuador Temple
The Guayaquil Ecuador Temple was a very long time coming, announced in 1982 it wasn't fully completed and dedicated until 1999! It is a beautiful building for the grateful saints in Ecuador. Listen along as we tell stories of faith and action in this most recent episode!Announcement: 31 March 1982Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 10 August 1996 by Richard G. ScottPublic Open House: 23 June–17 July 1999 | 24 daysDedication: 1–2 August 1999 by Gordon B. HinckleySite: 6.2 acres | 2.5 hectaresExterior Finish: Brazilian granite, Asa BrancaArchitectural Features: Single attached end spire with an angel Moroni statueOrdinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms (two-stage progressive), three sealing rooms, and one baptistryTotal Floor Area: 45,000 square feet | 4,181 square metersElevation: 58 feet | 18 meters#churchofjesuschristtemples #templesofutah #temple #ldstemples #ldspodcast #everytemplepodcast #lds #ldstemples #latterdaysaints #churchofjesuschrist #mormon #churchhistorymatters #church #churchhistory #historypodcast #history #education #spencerwkimball #gordonbhinckley #russellmnelson #dallinhoaks
Bogota Colombia Temple
The Bogota Colombia Temple took an astonishing 15 years from announcement to dedication! But the members took it in stride, continuing to visit their nearest temple (Lima Peru - 5-6 day trip), doing their Family History, and praying and fasting for the temple as it encountered bureaucratic friction.The temple is beautiful and beloved by the members in Colombia! We can't wait to tell you more about it in this episode of the Every Temple Podcast!
Announcement: 7 April 1984
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 26 June 1993 by William R. Bradford
Public Open House: 27 March–18 April 1999 | 22 days
Dedication: 24–26 April 1999 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Site: 3.71 acres | 1.5 hectares
Exterior Finish: Brazilian granite, Asa Branca
Architectural Features: Single attached end spire with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms (two-stage progressive), three sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 53,500 square feet | 4,970 square meters
Height: 124 feet | 37.8 meters
Elevation: 8,371 feet | 2,552 meters
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Madrid Spain Temple
The Madrid Spain Temple is a gorgeous white standout - much like the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in the mostly Catholic country of Spain! It is a large temple with unique architecture and beautiful landscaping. The members of the church in Spain are thrilled to have a temple in their midst, and it is well used and well loved.Announcement: 4 April 1993Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 11 June 1996 by Gordon B. HinckleyPublic Open House: 20 February–13 March 1999 | 21 daysDedication: 19–21 March 1999 by Gordon B. HinckleySite: 3.5 acres | 1.4 hectaresExterior Finish: Italian Carrara MarbleArchitectural Features: Single attached central spire with an angel Moroni statueOrdinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms (two-stage progressive), four sealing rooms, and one baptistryTotal Floor Area: 45,800 square feet | 4,255 square metersElevation: 2,236 feet | 682 meters#churchofjesuschristtemples #templesofeurope #temple #ldstemples #ldspodcast #everytemplepodcast #lds #ldstemples #latterdaysaints #churchofjesuschrist #mormon #churchhistorymatters #church #churchhistory #historypodcast #history #education #spencerwkimball #gordonbhinckley #russellmnelson #dallinhoaks #Madridspain
Colonia Juarez Chihuahua Mexico Temple
What a joy it was to learn about this temple and the people serving in Colonia Juarez! This is the smallest temple in the church! (6,800 sq ft) and it is the location where President Hinckley came up with the idea for the small temples. He said they would serve area where membership was small - and likely to stay that way - and that describes the Mexico colonies perfectly. The Church sent families and missionaries to northern Mexico in 1885 to find a place for a settlement, eventually 8 colonies were established and these pioneers worked very hard to make the desert blossom as a rose. After a revolution in Mexico, only 2 colonies survived, but they are building strong testimonies there. A disproportionate number of General Authorities come from the colonies, it must be a very special, faithful place to live.Announcement: 4 October 1997Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 7 March 1998 by Eran A. CallPublic Open House: 25–27 February 1999 | 2 daysDedication: 6–7 March 1999 by Gordon B. HinckleySite: 2.56 acres | 1.0 hectaresExterior Finish: Gleaming white marbleArchitectural Features: Single attached spire with an angel Moroni statueOrdinance Rooms: One instruction room and one sealing room, and one baptistryTotal Floor Area: 6,800 square feet | 632 square metersElevation: 5,108 feet | 1,557 meters
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Anchorage Alaska Temple
The Anchorage Alaska Temple is the 2nd small temple, built quickly in 1998, and dedicated in 1999, it serves all the members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Alaska. Originally 6,800 sq ft, within 4 years it already needed expansion to 11,900 sq ft. And now they are building an entirely new temple next to this one that will be 30,000 sq ft! The members of the church love serving in the temple! The new temple will open in June 2027.
Announcement: 4 October 1997
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 17 April 1998 by F. Melvin Hammond
Public Open House: 29–31 December 1998 | 2 days
Dedication: 9–10 January 1999 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 27–31 January 2004 | 4 days
Rededication: 8 February 2004 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 13–29 May 2027 | 16 days
Rededication: 13 June 2027Site: 5.4 acres | 2.2 hectares
Architectural Features: Single attached central tower with a pyramid roof
Ordinance Rooms: Two instruction rooms, two sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 30,000 square feet | 2,787 square meters
Elevation: 193 feet | 59 meters
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Monticello Utah Temple
The Monticello Utah temple is the first of a new generation, President Hinckley announced in October 1997 the plan to flood the earth with small temples that could be built quickly and efficiently with all the necessary rooms and ordinances. This is a huge blessing to members living far from big cities and big temples. The Monticello temple was busy from the beginning, in the first 3 months almost 60 thousand ordinances were completed, and the temple was enlarged from 7,000 sq ft to 11,000 sq ft.
Announcement: 4 October 1997
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 17 November 1997 by Ben B. Banks
Public Open House: 16–18 July 1998 | 2 days
Dedication: 26–27 July 1998 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 2–9 November 2002 | 7 days
Rededication: 17 November 2002 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Site: 1.33 acres | 0.5 hectares
Exterior Finish: Turkish off-white marble
Architectural Features: Single attached spire with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Two instruction rooms (two-stage progressive), two sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 11,225 square feet | 1,043 square meters Originally 7,000 sq ft
Height: 66 feet | 20.1 meters
Elevation: 7,098 feet | 2,164 meters
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Preston England Temple
The Preston England Temple holds a significant place in the hearts of many members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. With a rich history dating back to the early days of the church's missionary work in Great Britain, and the oldest continuously functioning church unit! In this episode, we will explore the history of the Preston England Temple, its unique features, and the impact it has on the local community.
Announcement: 19 October 1992
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 12 June 1994 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 16–30 May 1998 | 14 days
Dedication: 7–10 June 1998 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Site: 15 acres | 6.1 hectares
Exterior Finish: Olympia white granite from Italy (Sardinia)
Architectural Features: Single attached end spire with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms (two-stage progressive), four sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 69,630 square feet | 6,469 square meters
Height: 159 feet | 48.5 meters
Elevation: 361 feet | 110 meters
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Vernal Utah Temple
The Vernal Temple is totally unique! The temple is build in the renovated Vernal Tabernacle! It is a wonderful use of the space and preserves the beautiful and historic building that so many love. There are lots of miracles about the building of this temple, and we learned about the history of tabernacles as well!
Announcement: 13 February 1994
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 13 May 1995 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 11–25 October 1997 | 14 days
Dedication: 2–4 November 1997 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Site: 1.6 acres | 0.6 hectares
Exterior Finish: Face brick
Architectural Features: Two attached end towers with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Two instruction rooms (two-stage progressive), three sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 38,771 square feet | 3,602 square meters
Height: 98 feet | 29.9 meters
Elevation: 5,358 feet | 1,633 meters
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St Louis Missouri Temple
The St Louis Missouri Temple was enthusiastically welcomed by the city! We love to see how eager everyone in the community was to welcome this House of the Lord to their area. In 1844 as the saints fled persecution in western Missouri, they found refuge in St Louis where they were met with kindness and compassion.
Listen to the full episode to find out how nerds and pixy stix fit into the story!
Announcement: 29 December 1990
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 30 October 1993 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 26 April–24 May 1997 | 28 days
Dedication: 1–5 June 1997 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Site: 14 acres | 5.7 hectares
Exterior Finish: Cast stone and Bethal white granite with thermal finish
Architectural Features: Single attached end tower with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms (two-stage progressive), four sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 58,749 square feet | 5,458 square meters
Height: 150 feet | 45.7 meters
Elevation: 581 feet | 177 meters
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Mount Timpanogos Utah Temple
The Mount Timpanogos Temple is very special to us, so this is a special episode! We have our friend Sarah to talk with us about how this temple came to be, what it's doing now, and where it will be in the future. It's a lovely large temple, and extremely busy these days. We are so grateful to have it in our midst and love to see the temple.
Announcement: 3 October 1992
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 9 October 1993 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 6 August–21 September 1996 | 46 days
Dedication: 13–19 October 1996 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Site: 16.7 acres | 6.8 hectares
Exterior Finish: Sierra white granite clad temple with art glass windows and bronze doors
Architectural Features: Single attached central spire with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms, eight sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 107,240 square feet | 9,963 square meters
Height: 190 feet | 57.9 meters
Elevation: 4,764 feet | 1,452 meters
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Hong Kong China Temple
The Hong Kong China Temple has an amazing story! President Hinckley was very aware of the members in that area of the world and wanted to get a temple built before the Chinese Government took back control of Hong Kong, so he worked very hard and was inspired to build the temple where it is. It is also extremely beautiful, we are grateful to have pictures of the inside because it recently underwent renovation. Check out the pictures and enjoy this episode!
Announcement: 3 October 1992
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 22 January 1994 by John K. Carmack
Public Open House: 7–21 May 1996 | 14 days
Dedication: 26–27 May 1996 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 23–29 May 2022 | 6 days
Rededication: 19 June 2022 by Gerrit W. Gong
Site: 0.31 acres | 0.1 hectares
Exterior Finish: Giallo Ornamental and Sunset Gold stone
Architectural Features: Inspired by Hong Kong colonial architecture
Ordinance Rooms: Two instruction rooms, two sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 51,921 square feet | 4,824 square meters
Elevation: 102 feet | 31 meters
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Bountiful Utah Temple
Way up on the mountain north of Salt Lake, the Bountiful Utah Temple glows, a landmark visible throughout the valley. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints announced it's plan to build a temple here in 1990, and the open house began in November of 1994 - the weather did not always cooperate at this wintry event. Listen to the full episode to learn more!
Announcement: 2 February 1990
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 2 May 1992 by Ezra Taft Benson
Public Open House: 4 November–17 December 1994 | 43 days
Dedication: 8–14 January 1995 by Howard W. Hunter
Site: 9 acres | 3.6 hectares
Exterior Finish: Bethel white granite
Architectural Features: Single attached central spire with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms, eight sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 104,000 square feet | 9,662 square meters
Height: 176 feet | 53.6 meters
Elevation: 5,160 feet | 1,573 meters
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Orlando Florida Temple
It's time for some Behind-The-Scenes action in this episode of the podcast, we have Very Special Guest: Bob -Janelle's husband to talk with us about the Orlando Florida Temple and some of the inner workings that we would never know. And he really scratches the itch of the engineers hoping to learn more. So come with us as we discuss this beautiful temple that is currently undergoing some renovation.
Announcement: 17 February 1990
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 20 June 1992 by James E. Faust
Public Open House: 10–30 September 1994 | 20 days
Dedication: 9–11 October 1994 by Howard W. Hunter
Site: 13 acres | 5.3 hectares
Exterior Finish: White precast concrete with marble chips
Architectural Features: Single attached central spire with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms, five sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 70,000 square feet | 6,503 square meters
Elevation: 193 feet | 59 meters
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San Diego California Temple
San Diego Temple is an icon in Southern California, and throughout the church. Everyone recognizes the architecture and spires that give it a fairy tale quality. We dig deep into what we learned about the architects, symbolism, and atrium of the San Diego Temple, and we love every minute of it. Please join us.
This temple will reopen this summer! So if you would love to see inside it all, make arrangements to be there between June 18 and July 11!
Announcement: 7 April 1984
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 27 February 1988 by Ezra Taft Benson
Public Open House: 20 February–3 April 1993 | 42 days
Dedication: 25–30 April 1993 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 18 June–11 July 2026 | 23 days
Rededication: 23 August 2026
Site: 7.2 acres | 2.9 hectares
Exterior Finish: Marble chips in plaster
Architectural Features: Two main towers each surrounded by four smaller spires with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms, six sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 72,000 square feet | 6,689 square meters
Height: 169 feet | 51.5 meters
Elevation: 338 feet | 103 meters
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Toronto Ontario Temple
The Toronto Ontario Temple was recently renovated and rededicated in 2025. It's a gorgeous building inside and out, it has award winning gardens, and architecture. It is a city and building near and dear to President Monson who served as Mission President in the mid 1960's. You can hear more in his talk "Days Never to Be Forgotten"
And you can see Janelle and I on the Temple Bound Podcast here.
Announcement: 7 April 1984
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 10 October 1987 by Thomas S. Monson
Public Open House: 2–18 August 1990 | 16 days
Dedication: 25–27 August 1990 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 13 February–8 March 2025 | 23 days
Rededication: 23 March 2025 by Jeffrey R. Holland
Site: 13.4 acres | 5.4 hectares
Exterior Finish: White cast stone
Architectural Features: Single attached spire with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms, six sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 55,558 square feet | 5,162 square meters
Height: 171 feet | 52.1 meters
Elevation: 797 feet | 243 meters
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Las Vegas Nevada Temple
The windows on the Las Vegas Nevada Temple are so special, they project rainbows into the celestial room all day long! The members were asked to raise funds for construction of this temple and they over shot their goal by more than 400%! And what kind of comparisons can you come up with when you learn that the Mirage Hotel and Casino was built at the same time as this House of the Lord? Join us for this episode, with our special guest Kim - who visited this temple just once, but it saved the day for her.
Announcement: 7 April 1984
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 30 November 1985 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 16 November–9 December 1989 | 23 days
Dedication: 16–18 December 1989 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Site: 10.3 acres | 4.2 hectares
Exterior Finish: White precast stone walls and copper roof and detailing
Architectural Features: Six attached spires with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms, six sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 80,350 square feet | 7,465 square meters
Height: 137 feet | 41.8 meters
Elevation: 1,946 feet | 593 meters
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Portland Oregon Temple
The Portland Temple is stunning! The architecture is a new take on the old tent style temple, but it's bigger and more ornate and fantastic. It is also a very busy temple! The people of Portland love the temple and the building, visitor center, and grounds are a hive of activity all the time. Listen along as we discover all we can about the temple.
Announcement: 7 April 1984
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 20 September 1986 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 15 June–8 July 1989 | 23 days
Dedication: 19–21 August 1989 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Site: 7.3 acres | 3.0 hectares
Exterior Finish: White Vermont marble walls with green Vermont slate roof
Architectural Features: Six attached spires and four domes with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms, fourteen sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 80,500 square feet | 7,479 square meters
Height: 181 feet | 55.2 meters
Elevation: 235 feet | 72 meters
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Frankfurt Germany Temple
Blessed to be built in a city that represents sanctuary and religious tolerance, the Frankfurt Germany Temple is a peaceful and beautiful House of the Lord. Join us as we discuss the history and stories and people of the Frankfurt Germany Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
Announcement: 1 April 1981
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 1 July 1985 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 29 July–8 August 1987 | 10 days
Dedication: 28–30 August 1987 by Ezra Taft Benson
Public Open House: 13–28 September 2019 | 15 days
Rededication: 20 October 2019 by Dieter F. Uchtdorf
Site: 5.6 acres | 2.3 hectares
Exterior Finish: Bethel white granite from northern Vermont; copper roof
Architectural Features: Single detached spire with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms, four sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 32,895 square feet | 3,056 square meters
Height: 82 feet | 25.0 meters
Elevation: 669 feet | 204 meters
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Denver Colorado Temple
Three doves circled in the sky over the Denver Colorado Temple during construction, as if a sign from heaven, blessing the efforts of those down below. One construction welder was a member who always hoped he could help in the construction of a temple - so he volunteered to help a few days a week after and in addition to his day job. One stake started a Temple Fund years before the announcement came, just so they were ready when it did. Join us to hear these and many other amazing stories about the Denver Colorado Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
Announcement: 31 March 1982
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 19 May 1984 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 8–27 September 1986 | 19 days
Dedication: 24–28 October 1986 by Ezra Taft Benson
Site: 7.5 acres | 3.0 hectares
Exterior Finish: Precast stone walls and a built-up roof
Architectural Features: Single attached end spire with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms, five sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 29,117 square feet | 2,705 square meters
Height: 90 feet | 27.4 meters
Elevation: 5,728 feet | 1,746 meters
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Buenos Aires Argentina Temple
The Buenos Aires Argentina Temple, located in Ciudad Evita, is not only a place of worship but also a reflection of Argentina's rich cultural tapestry. It was first announced by President Spencer W. Kimball on April 2, 1980, and officially dedicated by President Thomas S. Monson on January 17-19, 1986. It was renovated in 2012, that renovation added 2 additional large wings that doubled the size of the temple. It is a beautiful building and grounds.
Announcement: 2 April 1980
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 20 April 1983 by Bruce R. McConkie
Public Open House: 17–24 December 1985 | 7 days
Dedication: 17–19 January 1986 by Thomas S. Monson
Public Open House: 4–25 August 2012 | 21 days
Rededication: 9 September 2012 by Henry B. Eyring
Site: 3.73 acres | 1.5 hectares
Exterior Finish: Light gray native granite
Architectural Features: Six detached spires with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms, three sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 30,659 square feet | 2,848 square meters
Height: 112 feet | 34.1 meters
Elevation: 42 feet | 13 meters
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Lima Peru Temple
The journey to build the Lima Peru Temple was not without sacrifice. Members of the church rallied together, contributing personal possessions, from furniture to gold wedding bands, to fund the temple's construction. This remarkable display of faith and commitment was evident during the open house, where over 24,000 people visited, leading to an extension of the event due to overwhelming interest. The dedication sessions were filled with joy and gratitude, a testament to the community's unwavering spirit.
Announcement: 1 April 1981
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 11 September 1982 by Boyd K. Packer
Public Open House: 11–28 December 1985 | 17 days
Dedication: 10–12 January 1986 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Site: 4.5 acres | 1.8 hectares
Exterior Finish: Light-colored Peruvian marble
Architectural Features: Six detached spires with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms, three sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 9,600 square feet | 892 square meters
Height: 112 feet | 34.1 meters
Elevation: 812 feet | 248 meters
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Seoul Korea Temple
The story of the Seoul Korea Temple is not just about a building; it’s about the people and their faith. At a time of national unrest and rebuilding the gospel of Jesus Christ came to the people of Korea. Getting the temple built was a matter of necessity, as the government would not let couples leave together to go to the Hawaii or Tokyo temples.
It sounds like a gorgeous building, inside and out. And if you watch one famous K-Drama, you might sneak a peek at it!
Announcement: 1 April 1981
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 9 May 1983 by Marvin J. Ashton
Public Open House: 26 November–7 December 1985 | 11 days
Dedication: 14–15 December 1985 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Site: 1 acres | 0.4 hectares
Exterior Finish: Granite exterior
Architectural Features: Six detached spires with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms, three sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 28,057 square feet | 2,607 square meters
Elevation: 83 feet | 25 meters
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Johannesburg South Africa Temple
The Temple in Johannesburg is surely an answer to prayer, but it also sets up the foundation for the future of the church in Africa. As the first temple in Africa it was the most geographically remote temple for many years. And it was the furthest from Salt Lake City in the world.
We are grateful for the history of the Saints in this area, and we are more excited for the future of the church as missionary work takes off, we are sure the future holds miracles across that great continent!
Announcement: 1 April 1981
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 27 November 1982 by Marvin J. Ashton
Public Open House: 30 July–10 August 1985 | 11 days
Dedication: 24–25 August 1985 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Site: 1 acres | 0.4 hectares
Exterior Finish: Masonry exterior with gray slate roof
Architectural Features: Six detached spires with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms, three sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 19,184 square feet | 1,782 square meters
Height: 112 feet | 34.1 meters
Elevation: 5,765 feet | 1,757 meters
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Chicago Illinois Temple
In the heart of Chicago lies a sacred sanctuary that has inspired countless individuals and families. The Chicago Illinois Temple, a beacon of hope and faith, stands as a testament to the dedication of the Latter-day Saints community. In this episode we have a special guest! Our friend Kristin joined us to share her experience as a youth in that area when the temple was built and dedicated! We delve into the rich history and personal stories surrounding this temple, as shared in a recent episode of the Every Temple podcast.
Announcement: 1 April 1981
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 13 August 1983 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 15 July–3 August 1985 | 19 days
Dedication: 9–13 August 1985 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Rededication: 8 October 1989 by Gordon B. Hinckley (addition only)
Site: 13 acres | 5.3 hectares
Exterior Finish: Granite with gray slate roof
Architectural Features: Six detached spires with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Five instruction rooms, three sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 37,062 square feet | 3,443 square meters
Height: 112 feet | 34.1 meters
Elevation: 685 feet | 209 meters
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Stockholm Sweden Temple
The Stockholm Sweden Temple isn’t just a building; it’s a landmark of hope and connection! 💖
Join us as we explore the rich history behind its establishment and the incredible stories of those who found faith within its walls.
What’s your favorite temple memory? Share it below! 👇
Announcement: 1 April 1981
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 17 March 1984 by Thomas S. Monson
Public Open House: 10–22 June 1985 | 12 days
Dedication: 2–4 July 1985 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Site: 4.47 acres | 1.8 hectares
Architectural Features: Six detached spires with an angel Moroni statue
Total Floor Area: 31,000 square feet | 2,880 square meters
Elevation: 138 feet | 42 meters
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Freiberg Germany Temple
The story of the Freiberg Germany Temple is full of miracles! Built during the Cold War in East Germany, it was an answer to the fervent prayers of the church members and church leadership. The blessings of the temple were brought to them in the most unlikely of circumstances!
Announcement: 9 October 1982
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 23 April 1983 by Thomas S. Monson
Public Open House: 3–15 June 1985 | 12 days
Dedication: 29–30 June 1985 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 17–31 August 2002 | 14 days
Rededication: 7 September 2002 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 12–27 August 2016 | 15 days
Rededication: 4 September 2016 by Dieter F. Uchtdorf
Site: 3.58 acres | 1.4 hectares
Exterior Finish: White German stucco plastered over 24-inch thick brick walls and a blue gray slate stone slab roof
Architectural Features: Single attached end spire with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Two instruction rooms, two sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 21,500 square feet | 1,997 square meters
Elevation: 1,400 feet | 427 meters
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Guatemala City, Guatemala Temple
Guatemala City is a busy place, but in one stunning white building, there is peace. President Hinckley also blessed the people and the country with peace after years of turmoil and revolution. Find out more in this episode!
Announcement: 1 April 1981
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 12 September 1982 by Richard G. Scott
Public Open House: 27 November–10 December 1984 | 13 days
Dedication: 14–16 December 1984 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Site: 1.4 acres | 0.6 hectares
Exterior Finish: Natural white Guatemalan marble
Architectural Features: Six detached spires with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms, three sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 11,610 square feet | 1,079 square meters
Height: 126 feet | 38.4 meters
Elevation: 5,148 feet | 1,569 meters
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Taipei Taiwan Temple
The Taipei Taiwan Temple stands as a beacon of faith and dedication, reflecting the rich history and cultural significance of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Taiwan. In this episode, we will delve into the fascinating history of this temple, highlighting key milestones and personal stories that illustrate the resilience and commitment of the Taiwanese members of the church.
Announcement: 31 March 1982
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 27 August 1982 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 30 October–10 November 1984 | 11 days
Dedication: 17–18 November 1984 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Site: 0.5 acres | 0.2 hectares
Exterior Finish: Empress white granite
Architectural Features: Six detached spires with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms, three sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 9,945 square feet | 924 square meters
Height: 126 feet | 38.4 meters
Elevation: 15 feet | 5 meters
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Dallas Texas Temple
Dive into the heartwarming stories of the Dallas Texas Temple! It’s where our special guest Natasha found love and community, and it’s more than just a building—it's a place of light.
What's your favorite memory of your temple? Share with us!
Announcement: 1 April 1981
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 22 January 1983 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 7–26 September 1984 | 19 days
Dedication: 19–24 October 1984 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Rededication: 5 March 1989 by Gordon B. Hinckley (addition only)
Site: 6 acres | 2.4 hectares
Exterior Finish: Faced with light-colored marble tiles and topped with a dark gray slate roof
Architectural Features: Six detached spires with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Five instruction rooms, four sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 44,207 square feet | 4,107 square meters
Height: 95 feet | 29.0 meters
Elevation: 617 feet | 188 meters
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Manila Philippines Temple
The Manila Philippines Temple is a site of miracles! This temple stands not just as a place of worship but also as a symbol of resilience and faith for many in the Philippines, particularly during challenging times.
Announcement: 1 April 1981
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 25 August 1982 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 3–15 September 1984 | 12 days
Dedication: 25–27 September 1984 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Site: 3.5 acres | 1.4 hectares
Exterior Finish: Ceramic tile
Architectural Features: Six detached spires with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms, three sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 26,683 square feet | 2,479 square meters
Height: 115 feet | 35.1 meters
Elevation: 167 feet | 51 meters
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Sydney Australia Temple
The Sydney Australia Temple is a lovely symbol of the faith and good works of the believers of Christ in Australia. Listen with us as we discuss unconventional missionary work, miracles, and of course, the temple.
Announcement: 2 April 1980
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 13 August 1982 by Bruce R. McConkie
Public Open House: 6–18 September 1984 | 12 days
Dedication: 20–23 September 1984 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Rededication: 24 November 1991 by Russell M. Nelson (addition only)
Site: 3 acres | 1.2 hectares
Exterior Finish: Precast panels; white quartz finish; terra cotta roof tiles
Architectural Features: Single attached end spire with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Two instruction rooms, three sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 30,067 square feet | 2,793 square meters
Elevation: 418 feet | 127 meters
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Boise Idaho Temple
The Boise Idaho Temple is beautiful! It is the first of a new kind of architecture, the tent style. The city of Boise is located in Treasure Valley - so I have proposed some temple nicknames that might go along with that. Tune in to find out!
Announcement: 31 March 1982
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 18 December 1982 by Mark E. Petersen
Public Open House: 1–19 May 1984 | 18 days
Dedication: 25–30 May 1984 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Rededication: 14 February 1987 by James E. Faust (addition only)
Public Open House: 13 October–10 November 2012 | 28 days
Rededication: 18 November 2012 by Thomas S. Monson
Site: 4.83 acres | 2.0 hectares
Exterior Finish: Temple white granite from China
Architectural Features: Six detached spires with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms, four sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 35,868 square feet | 3,332 square meters
Height: 112 feet | 34.1 meters
Elevation: 2,754 feet | 840 meters
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Mexico City, Mexico Temple
Mexico City is a huge metropolis, and is also home to the largest temple outside of the U.S.! It also has one of 5 Moroni statues that show him carrying plates. The church is Mexico has always been very strong, and we can see by the number of temples built and announced there that the members are a temple going people.
Announcement: 3 April 1976
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 25 November 1979 by Boyd K. Packer
Public Open House: 9–19 November 1983 | 10 days
Dedication: 2–4 December 1983 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 20 October–8 November 2008 | 19 days
Rededication: 16 November 2008 by Thomas S. Monson
Public Open House: 14 August–5 September 2015 | 22 days
Rededication: 13 September 2015 by Henry B. Eyring
Site: 7 acres | 2.8 hectares
Exterior Finish: White cast stone made with ornate adaptations of ancient Mayan designs especially on the upper portion of the temple
Architectural Features: Single attached central spire with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms, eleven sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 116,642 square feet | 10,836 square meters
Height: 166 feet 6 inches | 50.7 meters
Elevation: 7,305 feet | 2,227 meters
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Papeete Tahiti Temple
There’s so much to learn about the Papeete Tahiti Temple! From the intrepid missionaries that traveled there in the 1840’s to the confusing government strike on the day of the renovation open house. Help us answer the questions like: why is the roof blue? and what is a carbuncle? Please join us for another amazing episode of the Every Temple Podcast!
Announcement: 2 April 1980
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 13 February 1981 by Spencer W. Kimball
Public Open House: 13–22 October 1983 | 9 days
Dedication: 27–29 October 1983 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 14 October–4 November 2006 | 21 days
Rededication: 12 November 2006 by L. Tom Perry
Site: 1.7 acres | 0.7 hectares
Exterior Finish: Painted plaster over stucco using imported white sand
Architectural Features: Single attached end spire with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Two instruction rooms, two sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 12,150 square feet | 1,129 square meters
Height: 74 feet | 22.6 meters
Elevation: 71 feet | 22 meters
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Santiago Chile Temple
The Santiago Chile Temple was announced just 24 years after the Chilean mission was established. Church growth has been extremely fast and abundant in this lovely country. When the Chile Mission was organized in 1956, the country had just over 600 members. In less than two decades, there were four missions and nearly 100,000 members. By the year 2000, there were over half a million Latter-day Saints in Chile, more than 3 percent of Chile’s population. This was the highest proportion anywhere in Latin America.
Announcement: 2 April 1980
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 30 May 1981 by Spencer W. Kimball
Public Open House: 24 August–8 September 1983 | 15 days
Dedication: 15–17 September 1983 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 21 January–11 February 2006 | 21 days
Rededication: 12 March 2006 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Site: 2.61 acres | 1.1 hectares
Exterior Finish: Stucco on brick and reinforced concrete
Architectural Features: Single attached end spire with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Two instruction rooms, three sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 20,831 square feet | 1,935 square meters
Height: 76 feet | 23.2 meters
Elevation: 1,950 feet | 595 meters
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Bonus Episode: Temple Predictions!
This is a special pre-General Conference episode of the Every Temple Podcast where we talk to our friend Olivia about her educated guesses for where new temples may be announced at the October 2025 General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. If you have any guesses please add them in the comments on Spotify or on our Instagram and Facebook pages!
We will meet up with Olivia after conference to review what she got right and what she thinks about the temples that are announced!
Nuku'alofa Tonga Temple
The Nuku’alofa Tonga Temple is an answer to prayer! The temple was announced in 1980, and when the people heard it, they wept. The members there were so willing to sacrifice to get to their nearest temple, they sold everything they could to travel to Hawaii or New Zealand. Since this temple opened, it has been well-used, and well-loved.
Announcement: 2 April 1980
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 18 February 1981 by Spencer W. Kimball
Public Open House: 19–30 July 1983 | 11 days
Dedication: 9–11 August 1983 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 29 September–20 October 2007 | 21 days
Rededication: 4 November 2007 by Russell M. Nelson
Site: 1.2 acres | 0.5 hectares
Exterior Finish: "R-wall" exterior finish and insulation system on concrete block
Architectural Features: Single attached end spire with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Two instruction rooms, three sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 21,184 square feet | 1,968 square meters
Height: 75 feet | 22.9 meters
Elevation: 49 feet | 15 meters
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Apia Samoa Temple
The Apia Samoa temple was the 3rd temple dedicated in the Pacific Islands. It was a very busy building, always full of patrons. It was closed for renovations in 2003 and unfortunately the building suffered a devastating fire. Rebuilding efforts started immediately, and the only thing that survived the fire was the statue of the Angel Moroni, it was refurbished and used on the rebuilt temple.
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Atlanta Georgia Temple
The Atlanta Georgia Temple is one full of firsts! It’s hard to believe when it’s the 23rd episode, that we still have some firsts. This temple was the smaller size temple to get a Moroni statue, and after this it became the norm to have a Moroni on every temple for the next 30 years! It is also the first temple that President Gordon B Hinckley dedicated (he went on to dedicate/rededicate 89 temples!!)
Announcement: 2 April 1980
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 7 March 1981 by Spencer W. Kimball
Public Open House: 3–21 May 1983 | 18 days
Dedication: 1–4 June 1983 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Rededication: 14 November 1997 by Gordon B. Hinckley (baptistry only)
Public Open House: 9–23 April 2011 | 14 days
Rededication: 1 May 2011 by Thomas S. Monson
Site: 9.6 acres | 3.9 hectares
Exterior Finish: Pre-cast stone walls and a built-up roof
Architectural Features: Single attached end spire with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms (two-stage progressive), four sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 34,500 square feet | 3,205 square meters
Height: 93 feet 3 inches | 28.4 meters
Elevation: 1,092 feet | 333 meters
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Jordan River Utah Temple
The construction of the Jordan River Utah Temple and its maintenance costs for many years were funded entirely by monetary donations from local members. The temple site was likewise gifted to the Church.
The Jordan River Temple is the 4th largest temple in the church, it is also one of the busiest. The Moroni statue is a unique slightly smaller copy of the one on the Washington DC Temple.
Announcement: 3 February 1978
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 9 June 1979 by Spencer W. Kimball
Dedication: 16–20 November 1981 by Marion G. Romney
Rededication: 20 May 2018 by Henry B. Eyring
Site: 15 acres | 6.1 hectares
Architectural Features: Single attached central spire with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Six instruction rooms (seat 175 each), sixteen sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 148,236 square feet | 13,772 square meters
Height: 219 feet | 66.8 meters
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Seattle Washington Temple
The First Presidency of the Church — Church President Spencer W. Kimball; President N. Eldon Tanner, first counselor; and President Marion G. Romney, second counselor — announced plans to build a temple in Seattle, Washington, to a group of Latter-day Saints in the Seattle area on Nov. 15, 1975.
Saints had been waiting for this for so long, that many already had temple funds set aside to help with the construction, so they knew as soon as it was announced, donations were pouring in. 3.2 million raised by members from Alaska to oregon, 11 million dollar total cost
Because the Seattle Washington Temple would be situated near the Bellevue Airfield, the proposed height of the spire was reduced, and a red strobe warning light was installed at the base of the angel Moroni statue. When the airfield closed in 1983, the light was permanently shut off and later removed.
Announcement: 15 November 1975
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 27 May 1978 by Marion G. Romney
Public Open House: 7 October–8 November 1980
Dedication: 17–21 November 1980 by Spencer W. Kimball
Site: 23.5 acres | 9.5 hectares
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms, twelve sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 110,000 square feet | 10,219 square meters
Height: 179 feet | 54.6 meters
Elevation: 412 feet | 126 meters
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Tokyo Japan Temple
The Tokyo Japan Temple was announced to a very grateful crowd of Japanese members at an area conference in 1975. Despite the mission being closed for 24 years in the middle of the 20th century, missionary work was very successful after the war, and membership shot up from 8,000 to 50,000 very quickly by the time the temple was dedicated.
The recent renovation (2017-2022) beautified the interior and exterior of the building with culturally relevant patterns, and materials. Two stone lanterns sit on the grounds representing guides for spirits on their way.
Listen along to the episode to hear Janelle’s experience at this beautiful temple!
Announcement: 9 August 1975
Construction Commencement: 10 April 1978 (no groundbreaking ceremony)
Dedication: 27–29 October 1980 by Spencer W. Kimball
Rededication: 3 July 2022 by Henry B. Eyring
Site: 1.22 acres | 0.5 hectares
Architectural Features: Single attached end spire with an angel Moroni statue added in 2004
Ordinance Rooms: Two instruction rooms, five sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: Originally 52,590 sq ft 53,997 square feet | 5,016 square meters
Height: 178 feet 4 inches | 54.4 meters
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Sao Paulo, Brazil Temple
The Sao Paulo Brazil Temple is the first temple built in South America, President Kimball announced that there would be a temple built there at the beginning of an area conference. Church members were so excited they donated and sacrificed a lot to contribute to the construction, some even volunteered to make over 50,000 cement blocks for the exterior. The motto for the city is "I am not led, I lead" which is just fantastic. listen along with us as we talk (with a special guest) about the history of the temple in Sao Paulo!
Announcement: 1 March 1975
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 20 March 1976 by James E. Faust
Public Open House: September 1978
Dedication: 30 October–2 November 1978 by Spencer W. Kimball
Public Open House: 17 January–14 February 2004
Rededication: 22 February 2004 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Site: 1.85 acres | 0.7 hectares
Ordinance Rooms: Two instruction rooms, four sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area:Originally 51, 279 sqft 59,246?? 55K square feet | 5,504 square meters
Height: 101 feet | 30.8 meters
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Washington D.C. Temple
The Washington D.C. Temple is a monument of enlightenment. That is the word revealed to the architect when he feverishly put pencil to paper and designed this beautiful building. It has remarkably beautiful white Alabama Marble all around the outside and some stunning stained glass panels that go from the ground all the way to the top of the building on the ends. The marble exterior is in some places shaved to almost half an inch, which actually allows light to filter through it and helps illuminate the interior. Betty Ford came to the open house as a special guest in 1974 and requested a photo with President Spencer W Kimball.
Janelle shared this article about a special new painting that hangs in the temple since the 2022 rededication.
Announcement: 15 November 1968
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 7 December 1968 by Hugh B. Brown
Dedication: 19–22 November 1974 by Spencer W. Kimball
Rededication: 14 August 2022 by Russell M. Nelson
Site: 52 acres | 21.0 hectares
Exterior Finish: Reinforced concrete sheathed in 173,000 square feet of Alabama white marble
Architectural Features: Six attached spires with an angel Moroni statue
Ordinance Rooms: Six instruction rooms, ten sealing rooms, and one baptistry and an assembly hall
Total Floor Area: 156,558 square feet | 14,545 square meters
Height: 288 feet | 87.8 meters
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Provo Utah Rock Canyon Temple
The Provo Utah Rock Canyon Temple was one of the busiest temples in the church. Neighbor to Brigham Young University and the Missionary Training Center, it ran 50 session per day from 5:30am to 10:30pm. In 2021 President Nelson announced that the temple would be closed for demolition and rebuilt in a new, modern fashion. It is scheduled to be finished in 2027, we anxiously await it's reopening.
Announcement: 14 August 1967
Site Dedication: 15 September 1969 by Joseph Fielding Smith
Groundbreaking: 15 September 1969 by Hugh B. Brown
Public Open House: 10–29 January 1972
Dedication: 9 February 1972 by Joseph Fielding Smith (read by Harold B. Lee)
Rooms: Baptistry, celestial room, six ordinance rooms, 12 sealing rooms.
Total floor area: 130,825 square feet.
Dimensions: 200 feet by 184 feet; 175 feet high with a 118-foot spire on top of the building. with a Moroni added in 2003
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Ogden Utah Temple
The Ogden Utah Temple was the first Temple built in the STATE of Utah, almost 80 years after Salt Lake City was finished. Built to be as efficient as possible (6 instruction rooms) it out-performed all other Utah temples combined in the first month of operation! In 2010 a major renovation was announced to change the exterior of the temple, and it was rededicated in 2014. Please check out our instagram to see if you can spot the differences of the temple before and after!
Announcement: 24 August 1967
Site Dedication: 8 September 1969 by Joseph Fielding Smith and Alvin R. Dyer
Groundbreaking: 8 September 1969 by Hugh B. Brown
Dedication: 18–20 January 1972 by Joseph Fielding Smith
Rededication: 21 September 2014 by Thomas S. Monson
Site: 9.96 acres | 4.0 hectares
Exterior Finish: Granite, quarried and fabricated in China
Ordinance Rooms: Six instruction rooms, nine sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area:Originally 130,000- now 112,232 square feet | 10,427 square meters
Height: 188 feet 8 inches | 57.5 meters
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Bonus Episode: Post Conference Temple Announcements
Another Bonus Episode with Olivia, we go through each of the newly announced temples and talk about where they are and how they will benefit the saints in those regions.