Albuquerque New Mexico Temple

DedicatedReference record

Announced: April 4, 1997
Groundbreaking: June 20, 1998
Dedicated: March 5, 2000

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Overview

Albuquerque New Mexico Temple is in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States. It was announced on April 4, 1997. Ground was broken on June 20, 1998. It was dedicated on March 5, 2000 by Gordon B. Hinckley.

Reference record. This page shows the verified milestones and measurements currently in our research dataset.

Timeline

April 4, 1997Announced
June 20, 1998GroundbreakingLynn A. Mickelsen
February 17, 2000 – February 26, 2000Public open house
March 5, 2000DedicatedBy Gordon B. Hinckley

13 scheduled maintenance closures are recorded between 2025 and 2027. Closure schedules change; confirm on the official site before visiting.

Architecture & details

Elevation above sea level	5,729 feet
Order of dedication	73rd temple dedicated
Ordinance rooms	1 baptistry · 2 instruction · 3 sealing
Site area	8.5 acres
Floor area	34,245 square feet

Facilities (as of October 22, 2026; these change): Distribution center · Temple clothing rental