Denver Colorado Temple

DedicatedReference record

Announced: March 31, 1982
Groundbreaking: May 19, 1984
Dedicated: October 24, 1986

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Overview

Denver Colorado Temple is in Centennial, Colorado, United States. It was announced on March 31, 1982. Ground was broken on May 19, 1984. It was dedicated on October 24, 1986 by Ezra Taft Benson.

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

Timeline

March 31, 1982Announced
May 19, 1984GroundbreakingGordon B. Hinckley
September 8, 1986 – September 27, 1986Public open house
October 24, 1986DedicatedBy Ezra Taft Benson

13 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	5,728 feet
Height	90 feet
Order of dedication	40th temple dedicated
Ordinance rooms	1 baptistry · 4 instruction · 6 sealing
Site area	7.5 acres
Floor area	29,117 square feet

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