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
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