Washington D.C. Temple Wiki
Quick Facts
ANNOUNCED
15 November 1968
ANNOUNCED BY
President Joseph F. Smith
GROUNDBREAKING
7 December 1968
GROUNDBREAKING PRESIDED BY
President Hugh B. Brown
DEDICATED
19–22 November 1974
DEDICATED BY
President Spencer W. Kimball
DEDICATION ORDER
16
LOCATION
9900 Stoneybrook Dr
Kensington, Maryland 20895-3199
United States
PHONE
(+1) 301-588-0650
Description
The Washington D.C. Temple is the 18th constructed and the 16th operating temple. The temple serves Church members in Washington, D.C., Virginia, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, West Virginia and New Jersey. It was the first Latter-day Saint temple to be built on the East Coast of the United States. When the temple was completed in 1974, it served all Latter-day Saints living east of the Mississippi and all Latter-day Saints in South America. [1]“Washington DC Info”. lds.org. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints . 2011. Retrieved October 8, 2012.
History
The Church purchased 57.4 acres of land in October 1962 at a cost of $850,000.[2]Jarrard Jack E. “New Temple for East U.S.” Church News, 23 November 1968, p3.
Announcement
The Washington DC Temple was announced on 15 November 1968. The announcement was gladly received by the thousands of members that lived east of the Mississippi River who had no nearby temple. A very large plot of land on a wooded hill had been purchased in 1962 for the temple.
Fundraising
Original cost estimates for the temple were about $15 million. Built in the time before the Church had standardized budgets, members of the church within the temple’s attendance district were asked to contribute at least $4.5 million. Eventually, local members donated around $6 million for the temple’s construction.[3]“Washington DC Mormon Temple”. mormontemples.com. June 11, 2008. Retrieved October 8, 2012, https://web.archive.org/web/20110612183740/http://mormontemples.com/54/washington-dc-mormon_temple.
ANNOUNCED ORDER
#
| Date | 1968 11 15 |
| By | The First Presidency |
| Role | # |
| Via | # |
⮜Preceded by Ogden Utah
Followed by São Paulo Brazil⮞
Groundbreaking
President Hugh B. Brown, 1st counselor in the First Presidency, dedicated the site for the new temple on 7 December 1968. Church leaders completed the groundbreaking ceremony following the site dedication. an Estimated 3,500 people attended the ceremony in 35 degree weather.[4]Heslop, J. M., “Ground Broken at Temple Site,” Church News, 14 December 1968, p3.”
GROUNDBREAKING ORDER
14
| Date | 1968 12 07 |
| By | Hugh B. Brown |
| Role | 1st counselor |
| Attendees | 3,500 |
⮜Preceded by Oakland California
Followed by Ogden Utah⮞
Architects Announced
Architects for the temple were publicly announced in the Church news of 8 March 1969. They were announced as Emil B. Fetzer, Church architect, Fred L. Markham, Provo; Henry P. Fetzer and Harold K. Beecher, Salt Lake City, and Keith W. Wilcox of Ogden, Utah.
Despite the inclusion of Emil Fetzer in the initial announcement, later documentation would state that the other the team was comprised as the other 5 architects, under the direction of Mark Garff, the head of the Church building committee, with Emil Fetzer taking a more distant supervisory role.[5]”Architects Named For Washington Temple,” Church News, 8 March 1969, p3, https://newspapers.lib.utah.edu/details?id=30844734&hl=washington%20temple.
Render Released
On 12 April 1969 the front cover of the Church News was covered with a beautiful image of the render of the new Washington DC Temple, just one month after the announcement of the architects.[6]Cover, The Church News, 12 April 1969[7] “Washington Temple Design: ‘Majestic, Timeless'”, The Church News, 12 April 1969, p3
OFFICIAL RENDER
Construction
Award of contracts for the construction were announced on 22 May 1971 to Temple Constructors Inc, a joint venture formed by Jacobsen Construction and Okland Construction Co., both of Salt lake City, and Sidney W. Foulger Co. of Washington, D.C.
Clearing of the land started May 28, 1971. The site chosen for the temple was a 57-acre (23 ha) wooded hill just north of the Capital Beltway (Interstate 495).[8] “Temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints”.Ensign. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. August 1974. Retrieved October 8, 2012.
Only 11 acres (4.5 ha) of the site was cleared for the Temple. The rest of the land was left untouched to give the temple a remote feeling.
Cornerstone Ceremony Announced
On 24 February 1973 the Church News reported that the laying of the cornerstone for the Washington D.C. Temple was tentatively set for Tuesday, June 20 under direction of the First Presidency.[9]”Church Fixes ’73 Dates For Important Events,” The Church News, 24 February 2024, p3.
Cornerstone Ceremony Postponed
On 14 April 1973 the Church announced the indefinite postponement of the Cornerstone Ceremony. No reason for the delay was given, just the indication that dates would be announced later, and the Temple was still on track for a 1974 completion.[10]”Cornerstone Laying Postponed,” Church News, 14 April 1973, p2.
Open House/Dedication Announced
The “News of the Church” section of the September 1974 issue of the Ensign magazine announced that Free public tours of the temple will begin Tuesday, September 17, and will continue through Saturday, October 26. Tours are scheduled daily from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. except Sundays and Mondays. On Mondays during that period, special tour groups will be conducted.
The week of September 9 through 14 is reserved for special tours by invitation only, according to the First Presidency. Included in the special tours will be government leaders, international representatives, religious and educational leaders, and representatives of state and local governments and business and trade associations. Neighbors of the temple in Kensington, Maryland, will be guests on Saturday, September 14.
Dedicatory services for the new Washington Temple will be conducted Tuesday through Friday, November 19 through 22, under the direction of President Spencer W. Kimball.
Nine dedicatory services are scheduled, beginning at 9:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 19, and at 9:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, November 20 through 22.
Cornerstone Ceremony
Just days before the start of the Open House, the Cornerstone Ceremony was held for the Washington D. C. Temple. This ceremony, held to mark the beginning of construction what we refer to as the Pioneer era Temples, had previously been held sometime around mid construction for temples after Salt Lake and prior to Washington D. C.
President Spencer W. Kimball and his second counselor in the First Presidency, President Marion G Romney, and Elder Gordon B. Hinckley of the Council of the Twelve applied mortar to the cornerstone and sealed a time capsule inside as around 300 invited guests watched.
Among those attending were national, state and local officials, area church leaders and members of the press from along the Eastern Seaboard.
The completion ceremony was the beginning of a week of activities which included VIP tours, President Kimball appearing before the Senate and the appearance of the world-famous Mormon Tabernacle Choir in concert in the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for Performing Arts.[11]”Majestic Temple Completed,” Church News, 14 September 1974, p3,4.
Open House
During the VIP tours, members of Congress were invited Tuesday, September 12. More than 100 of the congressional leaders toured the temple.
Mrs. Betty Ford, wife of President Ford, and her daughter, Susan, visited the temple Wednesday, Sept. 11, as did Vice President-designee Nelson Rockfeller.
Other VIPs visiting the temple during the week were foreign ambassadors and others of the diplomatic corps, Supreme Court justices, Cabinet and sub-Cabinet members, national, state and local government leaders, and national business and education leaders.[12]”Majestic Temple Completed,” Church News, 14 September 1974, p3,4.
OPEN HOUSE
| Start Date | 1974 09 17 |
| End Date | 1974 11 02 |
| Days | 41 |
| Attendees | 758,328 |
| Per day av. | 18,495 |
The temple opened to the public from 17 September to 2 November 1974, and 758,328 visitors toured the edifice. Several high-profile visitors, including Betty Ford, President Gerald Ford’s wife, were among those who attended the open house. The open house continued for seven weeks. During the first week of open houses, government officials and diplomats from around the world were taken on special tours through the temple. The high number of people that attended the open house was due mostly to the large amount of coverage that the temple and Church received as the temple neared completion. Articles were printed in Time, Newsweek, and World Report. There was also a large press conference held that introduced the temple and Spencer W. Kimball, the Prophet and President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at that time.
The demand for tickets to the open house was high, and the tickets were gone before the first day of tours, so the times were extended to allow as many people as possible to attend the open house. The times had originally been set from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. but were changed to 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Interest in the Church was so high, that more missionaries were called to the area to answer questions.
Dedication
The Washington D.C. Temple was dedicated in 10 sessions held from 19-22 November 1974. Church President, Spencer W. Kimball offered the dedicatory prayer, in which he gave thanks for those who paved the way for the founding of the United States: “We are grateful that thou didst cause this land to be rediscovered and settled by people who founded a great nation with an inspired constitution guaranteeing freedom in which there could come the glorious restoration of the gospel and the Church of thy Beloved Son.” More than 40,000 members were able to attend the dedicatory services.
DEDICATION ORDER
16
| Date | 1974 11 19 |
| By | Spencer W. Kimball |
| Role | President |
| Sessions | 10 |
| Attendees | 40,000 |
⮜Proceeded by Provo Utah
Followed by São Paulo Brazil⮞
Construction Duration
| Span | Duration |
|---|---|
| Announced to Groundbreaking | 0 y, 0 m, 22 d |
| Groundbreaking to Dedication | 5 y, 11 m, 12 d |
| Announced to Dedication | 6 y, 0 m, 4 d |
Dedicatory Order
GLOBAL
16
REGION
N. AM.
12
COUNTRY
US
11
STATE
MARYLAND
1
COUNTY
MONTGOMERY
1
CITY
KENSINGTON
1
The Washington D. C. Temple was the 14th temple in the world, and the 12th in the United States. At the time of it dedication there were No Temples under construction, and no temples announced. 2 Temples, the St, George Utah Temple and the Mesa Arizona Temple, were undergoing renovation.
It was the first temple built by the Church east of the Mississippi since beginning the move west in 1846.It would remain the only Temple in the Eastern United States and North America until the Atlanta Georgia Temple was dedicated in 1983.[13] “Washington DC Mormon Temple”.mormontemples.com. June 11, 2008. Retrieved October 8, 2012.
At the time of the temple’s completion, its district included all Latter-day Saint members in 31 U.S. states and the District of Columbia, seven Canadian provinces, Cuba, Haiti, Puerto Rico, the Bahamas, and the Dominican Republic.[14] “The Washington Temple District”. Ensign. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. August 1974. Retrieved October 8, 2012.
Announced
Under Construction
Under Renovation
Renovation
Announcement
The Oakland California Temple and the Washington D.C. Temple will close for renovations, the First Presidency announced Thursday 23 February 2017.
Both Temples will be rededicated after the completion of their renovations.[15]Weaver, Sarah Jane, and Jason Swensen. “Two Landmark LDS Temples to Close for Renovations, Will Be Rededicated.” Church News, 11 Jan. 2024, www.thechurchnews.com/2017/2/23/23211595/two-landmark-lds-temples-to-close-for-renovations-will-be-rededicated.
The visitors Centers for both temples would remain open during the temple closure.
ANNOUNCED
| Date | 2017 02 23 |
| By | First Presidency |
| Role | # |
| Via | Press Release |
⮜Preceded by #
Followed by #⮞
Renovation Announced
2017 02 23
Closure
The temple closed for Renovation in March of 2018
The temple is expected to be closed for a period of at least two years. According to a Newsroom article, as part of the renovation, the mechanical systems will be upgraded and the finish and furnishings will be refreshed.[16] “Oakland California and Washington D.C. Temples to Close for Renovation”. Newsroom. Church of Jesus Christ of Letter-day Saints. February 23, 2017. Retrieved May 14, 2017
Open House/Rededication Announced
The Church announced public open house and dedication dates Thursday 27 February 2020 for the renovated temple, which closed in 2018 to update mechanical and electrical systems, refresh finishes and furnishing and improve the grounds.
A public open house will be held from Sept. 24 through Oct. 31, excluding the dates of Sept. 27, Oct. 3-4, 11, 18 and 25 — Sundays and the Church’s October general conference weekend.
The temple will be dedicated Sunday, Dec. 13. As part of the rededication festivities, a youth devotional is scheduled for the evening prior to rededication on Saturday, Dec. 12.[17]Weaver, Sarah Jane. “Church Leaders Release Dedication, Open House Dates and Renderings for the Washington D.C. Temple.” Church News, 11 Jan. 2024, www.thechurchnews.com/2020/2/27/23215938/lds-washington-dc-temple-open-house-dedication.
Open House/Rededication Postponed
The open house and dedication dates for the Washington D.C. Temple have been postponed because of the effects of COVID-19, the Church announced Wednesday, 17 June 2020.
The events will be rescheduled when large public gatherings are deemed safe.[18]Taylor, Scott. “Washington D.C. Temple Open House, Dedication Dates Postponed Due to COVID-19.” Church News, 11 Jan. 2024, www.thechurchnews.com/2020/6/17/23216361/washington-d-c-temple-open-house-dedication-dates-postponed-covid-19.
Open House/Rededication Rescheduled
On 21 July 2021, a year and 4 days after the open house was postponed, the Church announced that the Open house would now be going forward.
An open house for the temple will be held 28 April through 4 June 2022, except for Sundays — marking the first time the public will be able to tour the temple since its 1974 dedication. The temple will be rededicated 19 June 2022. These dates were announced in a letter from the First Presidency and shared during a media event at the Washington D.C. Temple Visitors’ Center.[19]Taylor, Scott. “Washington D.C. Temple Open House, Dedication Dates Postponed Due to COVID-19.” Church News, 11 Jan. 2024, www.thechurchnews.com/2020/6/17/23216361/washington-d-c-temple-open-house-dedication-dates-postponed-covid-19.
Open House Extended/Rededication Rescheduled
With strong early response to the upcoming Washington D.C. Temple open house, the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is extending the open-house period and rescheduling the temple’s rededication date.
The Church’s Temple Department released a statement Friday, 28 January 2022 saying that because nearly 50% of the available parking reservations for the initial open house weres scheduled in the first two weeks after the announcement of reservations was made, the First Presidency has approved the open house to be extended as needed and rescheduling the rededication date to Aug. 14, 2022.[20]“The First Presidency Extends the Open House for the Washington D.C. Temple.” newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org, 28 Jan. 2022, newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/washington-dc-temple-rededication-date-change.
Open House
A media day for the renovated temple took place on 18 April 2022,
followed by private tours for invited guests from 19 April 2022 to 27
April 2022.
A two-month public open house began on 28 April 2022 and continued through 11 June 2022 (except for Sundays). Visitors surpassed a quarter of a million.[21]Walch, Tad. “Washington D.C. Temple Open House Reaches 250,000-visitor Milestone.” Deseret News, 19 Dec. 2023, www.deseret.com/2022/6/5/23144875/mormon-lds-church-washington-d-c-temple-open-house-hits-milestone. Just like the 1974 dedication, the open house was extended to accommodate the number of visitors wanting to tour the renovated house of the Lord.
OPEN HOUSE
| Start Date | 2022 04 28 |
| End Date | 2022 06 11 |
| Days | 61 |
| Attendees | 250,000 |
| Per day av. | 4,098 |
Dedication
President Russell M. Nelson rededicated the Washington D.C. Temple on 14 August 2022 in three sessions, accompanied by his wife, Sister Wendy Nelson. In addition to the Nelsons, also participating in dedicatory sessions were President Dallin H. Oaks and President Henry B. Eyring of the First Presidency; Elder Quentin L. Cook, Elder D. Todd Christofferson and Elder Gerrit W. Gong of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles; Sister Amy A. Wright, first counselor in the Primary general presidency; and numerous other Church leaders. Sister Kristen Oaks, Sister Mary Cook, Sister Kathy Christofferson, Sister Susan Gong and Brother James Wright also participated.
REDEDICATION
| Date | 2022 08 14 |
| By | Russell M. Nelson |
| Role | President |
| Sessions | 3 |
| Attendees | # |
Construction Duration
| Span | Duration |
|---|---|
| Announced to Groundbreaking | – y, – m, – d |
| Groundbreaking to Dedication | – y, – m, – d |
| Announced to Dedication | – y, – m, – d |
Presidents
| Temple President | Temple Matron | Years Served |
|---|---|---|
| Peter Kevin Christensen | Toby Elizabeth Sarager Christensen | 2024– |
| Clayton Flint Foulger | Marla Ruby Price Foulger | 2020–2024 |
| Kent Winterton Colton | Kathryn Patrice Petersen Colton | 2014–2020 |
| Brian Cheever Swinton | Sue Annette Stayner Swinton | 2011–2014 |
| Earl Carr Tingey | Joanne Wells Tingey | 2008–2011 |
| Floyd Melvin Hammond | Bonnie Sellers Hammond | 2005–2008 |
| Joachim Edward Scholz | Lois June Groves Scholz | 2002–2005 |
| Sterling Don Colton | Eleanor Ricks Colton | 1999–2002 |
| Earl John Roueche | Elaine Whatcott Rouche | 1996–1999 |
| Ralph Otis Bradley | Mildred Harris Bradley | 1993–1996 |
| David Sjodahl King | Rosalie Lehner King | 1990–1993 |
| Thomas George Bell | LaWana Kay Egbert Bell | 1988–1990 |
| Robert Whitney Barker | Amy Thomas Barker | 1986–1988 |
| Franklin Dewey Richards | Helen Kearnes Richards | 1983–1986 |
| Wendell Geddes Eames | Nedra Cole Eames | 1978–1983 |
| Edward Emanuel Drury Jr. | Louise Farrington Drury | 1974–1978 |
Details
Built at a cost of about $15 million, It was designed to be similar in style and form to the Salt Lake Temple so that it would be easily recognized as a Latter-day Saint temple.
Location
The Washington D.C. Temple is located on a serene 52-acre hilltop in Kensington, Maryland, standing on sprawling grounds about 10 miles north of the United States Capitol, and creates an impressive sight for travelers along the Capital Beltway. The beauty of this soaring edifice is enhanced by a reflection pond near the Washington D.C. Visitors’ Center and a spouting water feature at the temple entrance. Also sharing the 52-acre wooded site is the Washington D.C. Stake Center. The Washington D.C. Temple Visitors’ Center hosts numerous interactive exhibits, a breathtaking reproduction of the Christus statue, and regular lectures and concerts throughout the year. Admission is free. And at Christmastime, the grounds are set aglow during the Festival of Lights, which offers nightly concerts, a live nativity scene, and international nativity sets.
Exterior
The Washington D.C. Temple, designed by architect Keith W. Wilcox, was built with a modern six-spire design based on the design of the Salt Lake Temple, with the three towers to the east representing the Melchizedek priesthood, and the three towers to the west representing the Aaronic priesthood. The temple was designed to be similar in style and form to the Salt Lake Temple so that it would be easily recognized as a temple of the Church.[22]“To Build a Temple”.Ensign. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. August 1974. Retrieved October 8, 2012.
The central eastern tower reaches a height of 288 feet (88 m), the tallest of any Latter-day Saint temple.
Cladding
The exterior finish is constructed of reinforced concrete sheathed in 173,000 square feet of Alabama white marble.
Windows
Though it appears the temple has no windows, in places the marble has been cut thin enough that it is translucent.
Symbolism
Inscriptions
Cornerstone
Spires and Moroni
Spire
The Washington D.C. Temple has the tallest tower of any of the Church’s temples, at 288 feet. The temple is the church’s tallest; its easternmost spire is 288 feet (88 m) tall.[23] “To Build a Temple”. Ensign. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints . August 1974. Retrieved October 8, 2012
Moroni
The angel Moroni that sits on top of this tower is eighteen feet tall head to toe and weighs two tons, making it the tallest Moroni in use on any temple. [24]The Jordan River Moroni is often quoted as being the tallest statue at 20 feet, but it is only 15 feet head to toe, and the ornamentation under the statue must be included to reach the 20 feet number. It was the Third Angel Moroni Statue ever placed on a temple, after the statues on Salt Lake and Los Angeles Temples. It was carved by Dr. Arvard Fairbanks specifically for the Washington D.C. Temple, one of many that were solicited and submitted for consideration.
The statue was placed on 11 May 1973. On hand to watch the statue being placed were then Elder Thomas S. Monson and Elder Boyd K. Packer of the Quorum of the Twelve, and Sister LeGrand Richards, wife of Elder LeGrand Richards.
“The Angel Moroni statue, which appears on the top of several of our temples, is a reminder to us that God is concerned for all his people throughout the world and communicates with them wherever they may be,” said Elder Monson.
Interior
At 160,000 square feet, the Washington D.C. Temple is the third largest Latter-day Saint temple in the world. Interior highlights include architectural woodwork, marble, stained glass artwork, high-quality carpets and furniture, and works of art (statues and paintings). The building also features administrative offices, a high-end lobby/entry area, administrative offices, patron service areas, a baptistery, multiple dressing rooms, six ordinance rooms, fourteen sealing rooms and an elegantly constructed “celestial room”. In
Ordinance Rooms
There are six ordinance rooms (stationary) in the Washington D. C. Temple.
Sealing Rooms
The Washington D.C. Temple has fourteen sealing rooms inside.
Individuals and Contractors
Architects Harold K. Beecher, Henry P. Fetzer, Fred L. Markham and Keith W. Wilcox designed the Washington D.C. Temple in a collaborative process. Each offered designs for review and critique, which were approved by the Church’s First Presidency. Through this process, the final design emerged representing the best ideas of each architect.
Region
TEMPLES IN UNITED STATES by state
Total: 158
TEMPLES IN NORTH AMERICA by country
Total: 209
Sources and Links
Additional Articles
Sources/Citation
References
| ↑1 | “Washington DC Info”. lds.org. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints . 2011. Retrieved October 8, 2012. |
|---|---|
| ↑2 | Jarrard Jack E. “New Temple for East U.S.” Church News, 23 November 1968, p3. |
| ↑3 | “Washington DC Mormon Temple”. mormontemples.com. June 11, 2008. Retrieved October 8, 2012, https://web.archive.org/web/20110612183740/http://mormontemples.com/54/washington-dc-mormon_temple. |
| ↑4 | Heslop, J. M., “Ground Broken at Temple Site,” Church News, 14 December 1968, p3.” |
| ↑5 | ”Architects Named For Washington Temple,” Church News, 8 March 1969, p3, https://newspapers.lib.utah.edu/details?id=30844734&hl=washington%20temple. |
| ↑6 | Cover, The Church News, 12 April 1969 |
| ↑7 | “Washington Temple Design: ‘Majestic, Timeless'”, The Church News, 12 April 1969, p3 |
| ↑8 | “Temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints”.Ensign. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. August 1974. Retrieved October 8, 2012. |
| ↑9 | ”Church Fixes ’73 Dates For Important Events,” The Church News, 24 February 2024, p3. |
| ↑10 | ”Cornerstone Laying Postponed,” Church News, 14 April 1973, p2. |
| ↑11, ↑12 | ”Majestic Temple Completed,” Church News, 14 September 1974, p3,4. |
| ↑13 | “Washington DC Mormon Temple”.mormontemples.com. June 11, 2008. Retrieved October 8, 2012. |
| ↑14 | “The Washington Temple District”. Ensign. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. August 1974. Retrieved October 8, 2012. |
| ↑15 | Weaver, Sarah Jane, and Jason Swensen. “Two Landmark LDS Temples to Close for Renovations, Will Be Rededicated.” Church News, 11 Jan. 2024, www.thechurchnews.com/2017/2/23/23211595/two-landmark-lds-temples-to-close-for-renovations-will-be-rededicated. |
| ↑16 | “Oakland California and Washington D.C. Temples to Close for Renovation”. Newsroom. Church of Jesus Christ of Letter-day Saints. February 23, 2017. Retrieved May 14, 2017 |
| ↑17 | Weaver, Sarah Jane. “Church Leaders Release Dedication, Open House Dates and Renderings for the Washington D.C. Temple.” Church News, 11 Jan. 2024, www.thechurchnews.com/2020/2/27/23215938/lds-washington-dc-temple-open-house-dedication. |
| ↑18, ↑19 | Taylor, Scott. “Washington D.C. Temple Open House, Dedication Dates Postponed Due to COVID-19.” Church News, 11 Jan. 2024, www.thechurchnews.com/2020/6/17/23216361/washington-d-c-temple-open-house-dedication-dates-postponed-covid-19. |
| ↑20 | “The First Presidency Extends the Open House for the Washington D.C. Temple.” newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org, 28 Jan. 2022, newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/washington-dc-temple-rededication-date-change. |
| ↑21 | Walch, Tad. “Washington D.C. Temple Open House Reaches 250,000-visitor Milestone.” Deseret News, 19 Dec. 2023, www.deseret.com/2022/6/5/23144875/mormon-lds-church-washington-d-c-temple-open-house-hits-milestone. |
| ↑22 | “To Build a Temple”.Ensign. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. August 1974. Retrieved October 8, 2012. |
| ↑23 | “To Build a Temple”. Ensign. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints . August 1974. Retrieved October 8, 2012 |
| ↑24 | The Jordan River Moroni is often quoted as being the tallest statue at 20 feet, but it is only 15 feet head to toe, and the ornamentation under the statue must be included to reach the 20 feet number. |
Last updated on: 19 February 2026