Lindon Utah Temple Overview
The Lindon Utah Temple sits at 850 E Center Street, Lindon, Utah 84042. Announced by Prophet Russell M. Nelson on October 4, 2020, the Temple occupies 11.87 acres and rises at an elevation of 4,817 feet. The total floor area measures 87,005 square feet. A public rendering was released on April 26, 2021. The groundbreaking and site dedication took place on April 23, 2022, led by Elder Kevin W. Pearson, who offered a blessing that the construction would continue to bring peace, love, and unity to the area. An open house is scheduled from March 12, 2026 through April 11, 2026, and the Temple will be dedicated on May 3, 2026.
Lindon Utah Temple
Exterior Materials and Form
The exterior of the Lindon Utah Temple is finished in granite. The design includes two attached end spires and notably does not include a gold-leafed Angel Moroni statue. The building’s massing and detailing reflect careful material choices and a restrained vertical emphasis.
Decorative Themes
Stained Glass and Interior Motifs
The Temple’s decorative program incorporates the area’s agrarian roots, with stained glass and interior accents featuring the Linden Tree Flower and related motifs.
Landscaping and Site Elements
At the northeast corner there is a designated area for bridal parties to take photographs with the Temple as a backdrop. The parking lot encircles the Temple in a circular arrangement and is bordered by black ornamental fencing.
Interior Layout and Capacity
Rooms and Facilities
- Four instruction rooms
, each seating 50 people. - Four sealing rooms
. - Two baptistries
.
Spatial Size
The Temple’s interior totals 87,005 square feet, providing the spaces listed above along with support areas and circulation.
Local Context and Significance
Regional Placement
The Lindon Utah Temple will serve the small city of Lindon, which has a population of about 11,000 people and lies just south of Pleasant Grove and north of Orem. This will be the 25th dedicated Temple in the State of Utah and the seventh Temple in Utah County.
Leadership
The first President and Matron of the Temple are Lynn McKinlay Brätt and Elizabeth Ann Prestwich Brätt.
Historical Milestones
- Announcement:
October 4, 2020. - Rendering released:
April 26, 2021. - Groundbreaking and site dedication:
April 23, 2022. - Open house:
March 12, 2026 – April 11, 2026. - Dedication:
May 3, 2026.
Notable Quotation
Elder Kevin W. Pearson offered a blessing at the groundbreaking: “May the construction of Thy holy house here in Lindon continue to bless this area with peace, love and unity.”
Practical Details and Visitor Notes
Address and Access
850 E Center Street, Lindon, Utah 84042 is the official location for the Lindon Utah Temple. The circular parking arrangement and ornamental fencing are intended to organize vehicle access and pedestrian approaches.
Dates to Remember
- Open house:
March 12, 2026 – April 11, 2026. - Dedication:
May 3, 2026.