Boston Massachusetts Temple

DedicatedReference record

Announced: September 30, 1995
Groundbreaking: June 13, 1997
Dedicated: October 1, 2000

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Overview

Boston Massachusetts Temple is in Belmont, Massachusetts, United States. It was announced on September 30, 1995. Ground was broken on June 13, 1997. It was dedicated on October 1, 2000 by Gordon B. Hinckley.

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

Timeline

September 30, 1995Announced
June 13, 1997GroundbreakingRichard G. Scott
August 29, 2000 – September 23, 2000Public open house
October 1, 2000DedicatedBy Gordon B. Hinckley

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

Architecture & details

Elevation above sea level	331 feet
Height	139 feet
Order of dedication	100th temple dedicated
Ordinance rooms	1 baptistry · 4 instruction · 4 sealing
Site area	8 acres
Floor area	69,600 square feet

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