Along with the Boston Massachusetts Temple, it was to be built instead of the Hartford Connecticut Temple announced in October 1992. And there would have to be 108 temples to cover the tri-state area. Michael T. Ringwood and Koichi Aoyagi of the Seventy were also present. Note: Numbering of temples announced or under construction is tentative (which is indicated by placing the numbers in italics) and based upon the groundbreaking date, or the date of announcement if no groundbreaking has taken place. The Church has expanded throughout each of the United States. [70] A public open house was held from 17 April-2 May 2015, excluding Sundays, and the temple was dedicated in three sessions on 17 May 2015. [71][72], Payson, Utah, United States January 25, 2010June 7, 2015 by Henry B. Eyring96,630 sq ft (8,977 m2) on a 10.63 acre (4.3 ha) siteAnnounced by Thomas S. Monson on January 25, 2010. [16][17], Provo, Utah, United States August 14, 1967February 9, 1972 by Joseph Fielding Smith128,325 sq ft (11,922 m2) and 175 ft (53 m) high on a 17 acre (6.9 ha) siteFunctional modern with single center spire design - designed by Emil B. FetzerHarold B. Lee read the dedicatory prayer prepared by Joseph Fielding Smith. However, this temple was removed from the list on the Church's official temple website soon after the dedication of the Manhattan New York Temple. [84], Sapporo, Japan 3 October 200921 August 2016 by Russell M. Nelson48,480 sq ft (4,504 m2) on a 9.8 acre (4 ha) siteAnnounced by Thomas S. Monson in General Conference on 3 October 2009. With the assassination of Joseph Smith in 1844 and increasing pressure on the Latter-day Saints to abandon Nauvoo, Illinois on the banks of the Mississippi, it became obvious to Church leaders that they would need to move. Genealogy is more than learning about one’s family history for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. New York, New York, Dedicated on 4/6/1893 by President Wilford Woodruff. Gray, Sunrise Manor, Nevada, United States April 7, 1984December 16, 1989 by Gordon B. Hinckley80,350 sq ft (7,465 m2) and 137 ft (42 m) high on a 10.3 acre (4.2 ha) siteModern, six-spire design - designed by Tate & Snyder Architects. The answer changed his life forever. Joseph Smith was born on December 23, 1805, in Sharon, Vermont, to Joseph Smith Sr. and Lucy Mack Smith. Adam-ondi-Ahman, Daviess County, Missouri, United States of America April 26, 1838Site dedicated. United States Phase 2 No temples will open in Phase 2 on January 18, 2021. Never built because of 1838 Mormon War. The following temples are currently undergoing renovations: Tokyo Japan Temple, Washington D.C. Temple, Mesa Arizona Temple, Hamilton New Zealand Temple, Salt Lake Temple, St. George Utah Temple, and the Hong Kong China Temple. Nauvoo, Illinois, United States April 4, 1999June 27, 2002 by Gordon B. Hinckley54,000 sq ft (5,000 m2) and 162 ft (49 m) high on a 3.3 acre (1.3 ha) siteGreek revival - designed by FFKR Architecture[36] based on design by William WeeksBuilt on the site of the Nauvoo Temple and dedicated on the 158th anniversary of the death of Joseph Smith, the exterior is an almost exact reconstruction of the original temple. Ten years prior to the organization, the new Church President, Joseph Smith, received a vision and further instructions from God to restore God's Church on earth. The state is currently home to more than 83,000 Latter-day Saints and two temples — the Palmyra New York Temple and the Manhattan New York Temple. By referring or linking you to this website, we do not endorse or guarantee this content, products, or services offered. However, the interior has 4 progressive ordinance rooms with murals like those in the early Utah temples leading to the celestial room and 6 sealing rooms. For Journalist Use Only. Ten years prior to the organization, the new Church President, Joseph Smith, received a vision and further instructions from God to restore God's Church on earth. [45][46] Located at the intersection of West 65th Street, Broadway, and Columbus Avenue, the Manhattan New York Temple stands among some of New York City's most prominent landmarks including the Lincoln Center, home of the renowned Juilliard School, and Central Park. Laid out by Brigham Young (although no cornerstones were laid). Lubbock, Texas, United States April 2, 2000April 21, 2002 by Gordon B. Hinckley16,498 sq ft (1,533 m2) on a 2.7 acre (1.1 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Tisdel Minckler and Associates. [138] A temple has never been built at this location because the temple's site, as designated by Joseph Smith, is occupied by a Latter Day Saint movement denomination known as the Church of Christ (Temple Lot). The New York LDS Historian Published by the New York New York Stake LDS History Committee of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. [clarification needed] There are 168 dedicated temples (160 currently operating; and 8 previously dedicated, but closed for renovation), 35 under construction, and 28 announced (not yet under construction), for a total of 231. [93][94], Le Chesnay, France 15 July 201121 May 2017 by Henry B. Eyring44,175 sq ft (4,104 m2)Thomas S. Monson confirmed on 15 July 2011 that the church "hope[d] to build [a] temple in France" near Paris,[95] and on 1 October 2011 announced that the plans were "moving forward. All Temples (231) All Temples (231) Operating (160) Construction (29) Renovation (8) Announced (34) All Temples (231) In the mid 20th century, because of the importance of temples in the theology, the church tried to balance density with the travel requirements attending the temple imposed upon members. "[96] In 2014, a news story from the church noted that work had commenced on the temple, though no formal groundbreaking had taken place. The following is a list of all LDS Temples either completed, under construction or announced. The Lindon Temple will be the 25th temple in the Beehive State. Manhattan New York Temple Dedication: 13 June 2004. The first temple in New York City, the Manhattan New York Temple, was dedicated on 13 June 2004. Design was to be similar to Kirtland Temple. Boise, Idaho, United States March 31, 1982May 25, 1984 by Gordon B. HinckleyNovember 18, 2012 by Thomas S. Monson35,868 sq ft (3,332 m2) and 112 ft (34 m) high on a 4.83 acre (2 ha) siteModern adaptation of six-spire design - designed by Church A&E ServicesThe rededication in 1987 was for an addition only. Brampton, Ontario, Canada 7 April 198425 August 1990 by Gordon B. Hinckley57,982 sq ft (5,387 m2) and 171 ft (52 m) high on a 13.4 acre (5.4 ha) siteModern, single-spire design - designed by Allward-Gouinlock Inc. San Diego, California, US April 7, 1984April 25, 1993 by Gordon B. Hinckley72,000 sq ft (6,700 m2) and 169 ft (52 m) high on a 7.2 acre (2.9 ha) siteModern, two-tower - designed by William S. Lewis, Jr. Windermere, Florida, US April 6, 1991October 9, 1994 by Howard W. Hunter70,000 sq ft (6,500 m2) and 165 ft (50 m) high on a 13 acre (5.3 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Scott Partnership Architects, Bountiful, Utah, United States April 6, 1991January 8, 1995 by Howard W. Hunter104,000 sq ft (9,700 m2) and 176 ft (54 m) high on a 11 acre (4.5 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Allen B. Erekson, Hong Kong 3 October 199226 May 1996 by Gordon B. Hinckley21,744 sq ft (2,020 m2) and 135 ft (41 m) high on a 0.3 acre (0.1 ha) siteHong Kong colonial, single-spire design - designed by Liang Peddle Thorpe Architects, American Fork, Utah, United States October 3, 1992October 13, 1996 by Gordon B. Hinckley107,240 sq ft (9,963 m2) and 190 ft (58 m) high on a 16.7 acre (6.8 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Allen Erekson, Keith Stepan, and Church A&E Services, Town and Country, Missouri, United States December 29, 1990June 1, 1997 by Gordon B. Hinckley58,749 sq ft (5,458 m2) and 150 ft (46 m) high on a 14 acre (5.7 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Chiodini Associates, Vernal, Utah, United States February 13, 1994November 2, 1997 by Gordon B. Hinckley38,771 sq ft (3,602 m2) on a 1.6 acre (0.6 ha) siteAdaptation of Uintah Stake Tabernacle - designed by FFKR Architects, Chorley, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom 19 October 19927 June 1998 by Gordon B. Hinckley69,630 sq ft (6,469 m2) and 159 ft (48 m) high on a 15 acre (6.1 ha) siteModern, single-spire design - designed by Church A&E Services, Monticello, Utah, United States October 4, 1997July 26, 1998 by Gordon B. HinckleyNovember 17, 2002 by Gordon B. Hinckley11,225 sq ft (1,043 m2) and 66 ft (20 m) high on a 1.33 acre (0.5 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Church A&E Services, Anchorage, Alaska, United States October 4, 1997January 9, 1999 by Gordon B. HinckleyFebruary 8, 2004 by Gordon B. Hinckley11,937 sq ft (1,109 m2) and 71 ft (22 m) high on a 5.4 acre (2.2 ha) site, Colonia Juárez, Chihuahua, Mexico 4 October 19976 March 1999 by Gordon B. Hinckley6,800 sq ft (630 m2) and 71 ft (22 m) high on a 1 acre (0.4 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Alvaro Inigo and Church A&E Services. They began their journey in the sweltering heat of Council Bluffs, Iowa, on 20 July 1846, leaving their loved ones behind. Efforts discontinued in 1800s. Phase 3 No new temples will reopen in Phase 3 on January 18, 2021. Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico 21 December 199528 April 2002 by Gordon B. Hinckley16,498 sq ft (1,533 m2) on a 7.78 acre (3.1 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Alvaro Inigo, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil 3 April 199717 May 2002 by Gordon B. Hinckley49,100 sq ft (4,560 m2) on a 6.18 acre (2.5 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by JCL Arquitetos Ltd., and Church A&E Services, Asunción, Paraguay 2 April 200019 May 2002 by Gordon B. Hinckley3 November 2019 by D. Todd Christofferson10,700 sq ft (990 m2) and 71 ft (22 m) high on a 7 acre (2.8 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Eduardo Signorelli. On 6 April 2000, 170 years after the Church was organized, the Palmyra New York Temple was Dedicated. Phase 1 No temples will open in Phase 1 on January 18, 2021. Featured Image by Scott Jarvie (jarviedigital.com) Some of the most exciting events for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 2016 were the dedications of multiple new temples. Zoetermeer, Netherlands 16 August 19998 September 2002 by Gordon B. Hinckley10,500 sq ft (980 m2) and 71 ft (22 m) high on a 2.7 acre (1.1 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Albert van Eerde, Kangaroo Point, Queensland, Australia July 20, 1998June 15, 2003 by Gordon B. Hinckley10,700 sq ft (990 m2) and 71 ft (22 m) high on a 0.86 acre (0.3 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Phillips, Smith, Conwell, Redlands, California, United States April 21, 2001September 14, 2003 by Gordon B. Hinckley17,300 sq ft (1,610 m2) on a 4.6 acre (1.9 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Lloyd Platt & Associates with Higginson & Cartozian, Cantonments, Accra, Ghana 16 February 199811 January 2004 by Gordon B. Hinckley17,500 sq ft (1,630 m2) on a 6 acre (2.4 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by ARUP, Frederiksberg, Denmark 17 March 199923 May 2004 by Gordon B. Hinckley25,000 sq ft (2,300 m2) on a 1 acre (0.4 ha) siteNeo-classical, detached single-spire design - designed by Arcito, New York City, United States August 7, 200213 June 2004 by Gordon B. Hinckley20,630 sq ft (1,917 m2) on a 0.3 acre (0.1 ha) site, San Antonio, Texas, United States June 24, 2001May 22, 2005 by Gordon B. Hinckley16,800 sq ft (1,560 m2) and 115 ft (35 m) high on a 5.5 acre (2.2 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Rehler, Vaughn & Koone, Aba, Nigeria 2 April 20007 August 2005 by Gordon B. Hinckley11,500 sq ft (1,070 m2)Classic modern, single-spire design - designed by Adeniyi Coker Consultants Limited, Newport Beach, California, United States April 21, 2001August 28, 2005 by Gordon B. Hinckley17,800 sq ft (1,650 m2) and 90 ft (27 m) high on a 8.8 acre (3.6 ha) siteSouthern California traditional design - designed by Lloyd Platt and Allen Erekson, Rancho Cordova, California, United States April 21, 2001September 3, 2006 by Gordon B. Hinckley19,500 sq ft (1,810 m2) and 131 ft (40 m) high on a 46 acre (18.6 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Joseph Marty Architect, Brian Everett and Maury Maher, Espoo, Finland 2 April 200022 October 2006 by Gordon B. Hinckley23,000 sq ft (2,100 m2) and 139 ft (42 m) high on a 7.4 acre (3 ha) siteClassic elegance, single-spire design - designed by Evata Architects, Rexburg, Idaho, United States December 20, 2003February 10, 2008 by Thomas S. Monson57,504 sq ft (5,342 m2) and 169 ft (52 m) high on a 10 acre (4 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire - designed by Architectural Nexus; Bob PetroffFirst temple dedicated by Thomas S. Monson as President of the Church, Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil 23 August 20021 June 2008 by Thomas S. Monson27,850 sq ft (2,587 m2) and 125 ft (38 m) high on a 8.15 acre (3.3 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Jeronimo da Cunha Lima and GSBSTemple dedicated on 1 June 2008 following an open house from 10 May to 24 May 2008.[37]. In April 2009, the church announced that the Atlanta Temple would close on July 1 for 15 to 18 months for renovations[19] The temple was rededicated by Thomas S. Monson on May 1, 2011[20], Apia, Samoa October 15, 1977Original temple dedicated August 5, 1983 by Gordon B. Hinckley, rebuilt temple dedicated September 4, 2005 by Gordon B. HinckleySeptember 4, 2005 by Gordon B. Hinckley18,691 sq ft (1,736 m2) and 75 ft (23 m) high on a 2 acre (0.8 ha) siteThe original Samoa temple was dedicated in 1983 and destroyed by fire while the temple was closed for renovations in 2003. [76], Arequipa, Peru 6 October 201215 December 2019 by Ulisses Soares26,969 sq ft (2,506 m2) on a 7.91 acre (3.2 ha) siteAnnounced by Thomas S. Monson on 6 October 2012[110][111][112], Umhlanga, South Africa 1 October 201116 February 2020 by Ronald A. Rasband19,860 sq ft (1,845 m2) and 97.4 ft (30 m) high on a 14.49 acre (5.9 ha) siteAnnounced by Thomas S. Monson on 1 October 2011[90][91]. (photo courtesy The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) President Russell M. Nelson announces eight new temples during the Sunday … Initially, the church constructed temples in areas where there were large concentrations of members: Utah, Idaho, Arizona, Hawaii (all in the USA), and Alberta (Canada). Madrid, Spain 4 April 199319 March 1999 by Gordon B. Hinckley45,800 sq ft (4,250 m2) on a 3.5 acre (1.4 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Arquitechior Langdon, SA. In 2008, I stood at the construction site of the new World Trade Centers and later that day visited the Manhattan New York Temple. [62] The temple was formally dedicated on March 2, 2014. "It is enough," Church President Brigham Young said as he viewed the valley below. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints emphasizes the importance of continued secular and spiritual education. Upon completion, temples are usually open to the public for a short period of time (an "Open House"). The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was founded in 1830 in New York State by Joseph Smith. [68] The temple was formally dedicated on November 16, 2014 by Thomas S. [66] The temple was formally dedicated on May 4, 2014. [48], Quetzaltenango, Guatemala 17 December 200611 December 2011 by Dieter F. Uchtdorf21,085 sq ft (1,959 m2) on a 6.47 acre (2.6 ha) siteAnnounced by Gordon B. Hinckley at the groundbreaking of the Oquirrh Mountain Temple,[49] and dedicated by Dieter F. Location:Announced:Groundbreaking: Notes: Abidjan, Ivory Coast 5 April 20158 November 2018 by Neil L. AndersenAnnounced by Thomas S. Monson on 5 April 2015[116]. Cite error: The named reference "dn2008–04" was defined multiple times with different content (see the, Cite error: The named reference "2009-10-03 Welcome" was defined multiple times with different content (see the, Cite error: The named reference "2009-10-04 Taylor" was defined multiple times with different content (see the. [63], Davie, Florida, United States October 3, 2009May 4, 2014 by Dieter F. Uchtdorf28,000 sq ft (2,600 m2) and 100 ft (30 m) high on a 16.82 acre (6.8 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire designAnnounced by Thomas S. Monson in General Conference, October 3, 2009. From information written on the maps, they show that: (1) the Book of Mormon Land of Bountiful was in Central America, (2) Moroni walked from Central America to Palmyra, New York, (3) Moroni traveled through the Great Basin on his way to New York, and (4) he visited the site of Adam-Ondi-Ahman. Organization of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints occurred 6 April 1830, in Fayette, New York, with 50 people and 6 official members present. Initially, the church constructed temples in areas where there were large concentrations of members: Utah, Idaho, Arizona, Hawaii (all in the USA), and Alberta (Canada). In one year (1830-31) membership increased to more than 100. The Cumorah pageant attracts as many as 100,000 people to New York during its seven-night run. In 1998, when there were 51 temples, Hinckley set a goal to have 100 temples in place before the end of 2000. The temple overlooks the Sacred Grove and other historic sites. After negotiations failed to resolve the issue, the church announced on Wednesday, 28 January 2009, that out of respect for the city officials and citizens, the church would relocate the temple. Bogotá, Colombia 7 April 198424 April 1999 by Gordon B. Hinckley53,500 sq ft (4,970 m2) and 124 ft (38 m) high on a 3.71 acre (1.5 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Cerrano y Gomez Cuellar, Guayaquil, Ecuador 31 March 19821 August 1999 by Gordon B. Hinckley45,000 sq ft (4,200 m2) on a 6.25 acre (2.5 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Rafael Velez Calisto, Architects & Consultants and Church A&E Services, Veradale, Washington, United States August 13, 1998August 21, 1999 by Gordon B. Hinckley10,700 sq ft (990 m2) and 71 ft (22 m) high on a 2 acre (0.8 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design, Columbus, Ohio, United States April 25, 1998September 4, 1999 by Gordon B. Hinckley10,700 sq ft (990 m2) and 71 ft (22 m) high on a 2.2 acre (0.9 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Firestone J. Mullin, Bismarck, North Dakota, United States July 29, 1998September 19, 1999 by Gordon B. Hinckley10,700 sq ft (990 m2) and 71 ft (22 m) high on a 1.6 acre (0.6 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Ritterbush-Ellig-Hulsing and Church A&E Services, Hopkins, South Carolina, United States September 11, 1998October 16, 1999 by Gordon B. Hinckley10,700 sq ft (990 m2) and 71 ft (22 m) high on a 3.6 acre (1.5 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Mike Watson, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, United States August 10, 1998October 23, 1999 by Gordon B. Hinckley10,700 sq ft (990 m2) and 71 ft (22 m) high on a 3.1 acre (1.3 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Joan Coakley, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada May 7, 1998November 14, 1999 by Gordon B. Hinckley10,700 sq ft (990 m2) and 71 ft (22 m) high on a 2 acre (0.8 ha) siteClassic modern, single spire[33] - designed by L.A. Beaubien and Associates, and Church A&E Services, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada August 3, 1998November 14, 1999 by Boyd K. Packer10,700 sq ft (990 m2) and 71 ft (22 m) high on a 1 acre (0.4 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Roger B. Mitchell and Church A&E Services, Billings, Montana, United States August 30, 1996November 20, 1999 by Gordon B. Hinckley33,800 sq ft (3,140 m2) on a 10 acre (4 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by CTA Architects Engineers, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada August 11, 1998December 11, 1999 by Gordon B. Hinckley10,700 sq ft (990 m2) and 71 ft (22 m) high on a 1 acre (0.4 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Robert Bennett and Church A&E Services, Apex, North Carolina, United States September 3, 1998December 18, 1999 by Gordon B. HinckleyOctober 13, 2019 by M. Russell Ballard10,700 sq ft (990 m2) and 71 ft (22 m) high on a 12 acre (4.9 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Dan Dills, Oakdale, Minnesota, United States July 29, 1998January 9, 2000 by Gordon B. Hinckley10,700 sq ft (990 m2) and 71 ft (22 m) high on a 7.5 acre (3 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Ed Kodet, Jr. and Church A&E Services, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, United States May 7, 1998January 23, 2000 by Gordon B. Hinckley10,700 sq ft (990 m2) and 71 ft (22 m) high on a 7.02 acre (2.8 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Church A & E Services, Bob Lowder, Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, Mexico 7 May 199826 February 2000 by Gordon B. Hinckley10,700 sq ft (990 m2) and 71 ft (22 m) high on a 1.63 acre (0.7 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Alvaro Inigo and Church A&E Services, Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico 20 July 199827 February 2000 by Gordon B. Hinckley10,769 sq ft (1,000 m2) and 71 ft (22 m) high on a 1.54 acre (0.6 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Alvaro Inigo and Church A&E Services, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States April 4, 1997March 5, 2000 by Gordon B. Hinckley34,245 sq ft (3,181 m2) on a 8.5 acre (3.4 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Fanning Bard & Tatum, Oaxaca City, Mexico 3 February 199911 March 2000 by James E. Faust10,700 sq ft (990 m2) and 71 ft (22 m) high on a 1.87 acre (0.8 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Alvaro Inigo and Church A&E Services, Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas, Mexico 25 February 199912 March 2000 by James E. Faust10,700 sq ft (990 m2) and 71 ft (22 m) high on a 1.56 acre (0.6 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Alvaro Inigo and Church A&E Services, Crestwood, Kentucky, United States March 17, 1999March 19, 2000 by Thomas S. Monson10,700 sq ft (990 m2) and 71 ft (22 m) high on a 3 acre (1.2 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Firestone Jaros Mullin--Mike Karpinski Architect, Palmyra and Manchester, New York, United States February 21, 1999April 6, 2000 by Gordon B. Hinckley10,700 sq ft (990 m2) and 71 ft (22 m) high on a 5 acre (2 ha) siteClassic modern, single spire - designed by Dave A. RichardsChurch A&E Services, Fresno, California, United States January 8, 1999April 9, 2000 by Gordon B. Hinckley10,700 sq ft (990 m2) and 71 ft (22 m) high on a 2.2 acre (0.9 ha) siteClassic modern, single-spire design - designed by Paul Stommel AIA, Central Point, Oregon, United States March 15, 1999April 16, 2000 by James E. 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