Chicago Illinois Temple

DedicatedReference record

Announced: April 1, 1981
Groundbreaking: August 13, 1983
Dedicated: August 9, 1985
Rededicated: October 8, 1989

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Overview

Chicago Illinois Temple is in Glenview, Illinois, United States. It was announced on April 1, 1981. Ground was broken on August 13, 1983. It was dedicated on August 9, 1985 by Gordon B. Hinckley.

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

Timeline

April 1, 1981Announced
August 13, 1983GroundbreakingGordon B. Hinckley
July 15, 1985 – August 3, 1985Public open house
August 9, 1985DedicatedBy Gordon B. Hinckley
October 8, 1989RededicatedBy Gordon B. Hinckley (addition only)

10 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	685 feet
Height	112 feet
Order of dedication	35th temple dedicated
Ordinance rooms	1 baptistry · 5 instruction · 3 sealing
Site area	13 acres
Floor area	37,062 square feet

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