Layton Utah Temple
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The Layton Utah Temple is a temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints under construction in Layton, Utah. The intent to construct the temple was announced by church president Russell M. Nelson on April 1, 2018, during the 188th general conference. The Layton Utah Temple was announced concurrently with 6 other temples.[3] At the time, the number of total operating or announced temples was 189.[4] It is the 22nd temple in Utah and the second temple in Davis County.[5]
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Dedication scheduled | ||||
Number | 195 | |||
Dedication | 16 June 2024, by David A. Bednar | |||
Site | 11.8 acres (4.8 ha) | |||
Floor area | 93,539 sq ft (8,690.1 m2) | |||
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Announced | 1 April 2018, by Russell M. Nelson[1] | |||
Groundbreaking | 23 May 2020, by Craig C. Christensen[2] | |||
Open house | 19 April to 1 June 2024 | |||
Location | Layton, Utah, United States | |||
Geographic coordinates | 41.062232°N 111.940251°W / 41.062232; -111.940251 | |||
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The temple has twin spires, arched windows, and a statue of the angel Moroni.[6] A groundbreaking ceremony, marking the beginning of construction, was held on May 23, 2020. The temple is scheduled to be dedicated by David A. Bednar on June 16, 2024.[7]