Cardston Alberta Temple
The Cardston Alberta Temple (formerly the Alberta Temple) is a temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Cardston, Alberta. It was the eighth temple constructed and is the sixth still in operation. The intent to build the temple was announced on October 12, 1912, by church president Joseph F. Smith, during the church's general conference. The Cardston Alberta Temple was the first temple built in Canada and the first built outside the United States. It is one of four temples in the province of Alberta and is one of ten operated by the church in Canada. It is one of two temples built in the shape of a cross, the other being the Laie Hawaii Temple.
| Cardston Alberta Temple | ||||
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| Number | 6 | |||
| Dedication | August 26, 1923, by Heber J. Grant | |||
| Site | 10 acres (4.0 ha) | |||
| Floor area | 88,562 sq ft (8,227.7 m2) | |||
| Height | 85 ft (26 m) | |||
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| Announced | June 27, 1913, by Joseph F. Smith | |||
| Groundbreaking | November 13, 1913, by Daniel Kent Greene | |||
| Open house | Tours offered, 1920–23 June 6–15, 1991 (after renovation) | |||
| Rededicated | July 2, 1962, by Hugh B. Brown June 22, 1991, by Gordon B. Hinckley | |||
| Current president | F. Brent Thomas | |||
| Designed by | Hyrum Pope and Harold W. Burton | |||
| Location | Cardston, Alberta, Canada | |||
| Geographic coordinates | 49°11′52.23840″N 113°18′32.50800″W | |||
| Exterior finish | White granite | |||
| Baptistries | 1 | |||
| Ordinance rooms | 4 (four-stage progressive) | |||
| Sealing rooms | 5 | |||
| Clothing rental | Yes | |||
| Visitors' center | Yes | |||
| Notes | An addition was completed in 1962 and was dedicated on July 2, 1962 by Hugh B. Brown. | |||
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| Cardston Alberta Temple | |
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| Location | Cardston, Southern Alberta, Alberta, Canada |
| Area | 10 acres (40,000 m2) |
| Founded | June 27, 1913 |
| Built | 1913–1923 |
| Architectural style(s) | LDS temple |
| Governing body | The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
| Website | Official LDS Cardston Alberta Temple page |
National Historic Site of Canada | |
| Designated | 1992 |
The temple's distinctive cross shape, and absence of spires are defining characteristics that set it apart, and this design brought the church into the modern age of architecture. The temple was crafted by Harold W. Burton and Hyrum Pope, drawing inspiration from American architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Their design was unique in use of geometric decorative elements, and with integration of the surrounding natural environment. A groundbreaking ceremony was held on November 9, 1913. With the church's focus on sacred spaces, the Cardston Alberta Temple reflects its deep-rooted commitment to spiritual practices and community enrichment.