Independence Temple, Religious building in Independence, Missouri, US
The Independence Temple features a stainless steel spire reaching 91 meters and includes a sanctuary that accommodates 1,600 people.
Construction of the Independence Temple began on April 6, 1990, following a revelation presented at the 1984 World Conference by church prophet-president Wallace B. Smith.
The temple maintains a tradition of Daily Prayer for Peace at 1:00 PM Central Time, including prayers for different nations worldwide.
The building contains administrative offices, a museum, gift shop, and meditation chapel connected to a Japanese garden.
The temple's design incorporates 300 distinct megapanels of custom-finish stainless steel, forming a spiral structure inspired by a nautilus shell.
Location: Independence
Architects: Gyo Obata
Height: 91 m
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Phone: +8168331000
Website: http://cofchrist.org/visit/virtual/default.asp
GPS coordinates: 39.09083,-94.42639
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:49
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