Kailua Kona · Hawaii · United States

Kona Hawaii Temple

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Announced
May 7, 1998
Groundbreaking
March 13, 1999
Dedicated
January 23, 2000
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Overview

Kona Hawaii Temple is in Kailua Kona, Hawaii, United States. It was announced on May 7, 1998. Ground was broken on March 13, 1999. It was dedicated on January 23, 2000 by Gordon B. Hinckley.

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Timeline

  1. May 7, 1998Announced
  2. March 13, 1999GroundbreakingJohn B. Dickson
  3. January 12, 2000 – January 15, 2000Public open house
  4. January 23, 2000DedicatedBy Gordon B. Hinckley

Architecture & details

Elevation above sea level198 feet
Height73 feet
Order of dedication70th temple dedicated
Ordinance rooms1 baptistry · 2 instruction · 2 sealing
Site area7.02 acres
Floor area12,325 square feet
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