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Richmond Virginia Temple

RICHMOND VIRGINIA TEMPLE
© Aaron Nuffer

 

HOLINESS TO THE LORD
THE HOUSE OF THE LORD

"Firmly resolve now that you will do everything you can do to aid temple work and the genealogical work that supports it and to assist every living soul and every soul beyond the veil in every way you can with every resource at your disposal. Come to the temple!"
—Boyd K. Packer

LATEST NEWS & EVENTS

Photo:  Tania Torea

Two-Story Steel Frame Rises at the Wellington New Zealand Temple Site

Structural steel framing continues at the Wellington New Zealand Temple, where the temple's two-story frame has rapidly taken shape. A mobile crane remains on site to lift and position steel members while ironworkers complete structural connections throughout the building. With the primary steel framing nearing completion, the project is preparing for the installation of floor decking, exterior wall systems, and roof framing.
Photo:  Tracy Richardson

Stone Cladding Advances Up the Kona Hawaii Temple Steeple

Stone cladding of the Kona Hawaii Temple steeple is underway. Scaffolding remains in place around the tower as crews install the remaining stone panels and prepare the structure for the future installation of the cupola and finial. At the front of the temple, extensive reinforced concrete hardscape walls have been completed, defining the elevated entrance plaza and establishing the framework for the surrounding landscaping and pedestrian walkways.
Photo:  Teresa Lanenga

Orlando Florida Temple Renovation Enters Third Year

The renovation of the Orlando Florida Temple has entered its third year as steady progress continues on both the building and its surrounding grounds. The temple's familiar exterior remains largely unchanged, but extensive work is underway inside to modernize the building infrastructure, refresh the interior finishes, and enhance the sacred spaces for future generations of patrons. Exterior efforts are focused on site improvements, where newly planted palms, shrubs, and groundcover are becoming established throughout the property.
Photo:  Viola Katoa

Finish Work Progressing Inside the Neiafu Tonga Temple

Construction of the Neiafu Tonga Temple has entered its final stages as crews focus on completing the building's interior. Finish work is progressing throughout the temple, including the installation of light fixtures, mirrors, tile, millwork, and other architectural elements. Craftsmen are carefully completing the finishing touches that will prepare the house of the Lord for its opening. Dates for the public open house and dedication will be announced once construction is complete.

TEMPLE STATISTICS



385

Total


219

Dedicated


61

Under Construction


105

Announced


The construction and renovation of Latter-day Saint temples is determined by the Church's First Presidency. New temple locations are most often announced at the Church's semiannual General Conference meetings.
 

World Maps


Find the location and status of every dedicated, under construction, and announced temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints across the globe.

 

TOUR A TEMPLE AT A PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE

Wellington New Zealand Temple
Structural framing underway
Kona Hawaii Temple
70th dedicated temple in operation; closed for renovation; preparing to clad the steeple; installing the major hardscape elements
Orlando Florida Temple
46th dedicated temple in operation; closed for renovation; interior and grounds renovation progressing
Neiafu Tonga Temple
Exterior nearing completion; interior finish work and landscaping well underway; temple president and matron called