Pesega · Apia · Samoa

Apia Samoa Temple

DedicatedReference record

Announced: October 15, 1977
Groundbreaking: February 19, 1981
Dedicated: August 5, 1983
Rededicated: September 4, 2005

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Overview

Apia Samoa Temple is in Pesega, Apia, Samoa. It was announced on October 15, 1977. Ground was broken on February 19, 1981. It was dedicated on August 5, 1983 by Gordon B. Hinckley.

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

Timeline

October 15, 1977Announced
February 19, 1981GroundbreakingSpencer W. Kimball
August 5, 1983DedicatedBy Gordon B. Hinckley
August 6, 2005 – August 27, 2005Public open house
September 4, 2005RededicatedBy Gordon B. Hinckley

6 scheduled maintenance closures are recorded between 2025 and 2026. Closure schedules change; confirm on the official site before visiting.

Notable facts

NoteExtensive renovation closure scheduled to begin 2026-12-23.

Architecture & details

Elevation above sea level	36 feet
Height	75 feet
Order of dedication	22nd temple dedicated
Ordinance rooms	1 baptistry · 2 instruction · 2 sealing
Site area	2 acres
Floor area	18,691 square feet

Facilities (as of October 22, 2026; these change): Arrival center · Distribution center · Patron housing