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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