The Seattle Washington Temple

of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

The Seattle Temple was built at a time when opposition to the Church's stand on the Equal Rights Amendment was strong. Because of this protesters at the temple during the open house and dedication were common. Some protesters even chained themselves to the gates of the temple, preventing anyone from entering the grounds. Due to its proximity to a small local airport the Seattle Temple's spire includes a strobe light to warn away nearby aircraft.

The temple was announced in June 1975.
Ground was broken and construction begun on 27 May 1978.
The cornerstone was laid in November 1979. The temple was dedicated on 17-21 November 1980.
There are 12 Sealing rooms and 4 Ordinance rooms in the 110,000 square foot temple.
The spire is 179 feet tall.
The Seattle Temple serves stakes in western Washington and British Columbia.

Pictures of the Interior:


The Waiting Area.
Source: Open House Brochure.


The Baptistry.
Source: Open House Brochure.


One of the twelve Sealing Rooms.
Source: Open House Brochure.


The Celestial Room.
Source: Open House Brochure.

Rooms not Pictured:
11 Sealing Rooms
The 4 Ordinance Rooms

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