Key Highlights
- The Burley Idaho Temple opens for public tours ahead of its dedication on January 11, 2026.
- The temple is one of the Church’s 212th operating temples and will be the seventh in Idaho.
- Three General Authority Seventies lead the media day tours on November 3, 2025.
- The Burley temple is a two-story structure measuring 45,300 square feet with unique design features inspired by local landscapes.
Introduction to the Burley Idaho Temple Opening
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced that its newest temple in Burley, Idaho will open for public tours beginning on November 6, 2025, until November 22, 2025, excluding Sundays. This marks an exciting milestone as the Burley Idaho Temple prepares to become a significant house of the Lord and the seventh temple within Idaho.
Media Day and Public Tours
In conjunction with these public tours, a media day will be held on November 3, 2025. Three General Authority Seventies—Elder Steven R. Bangerter, Elder K.
Brett Nattress, and Elder Karl D. Hirst—are scheduled to lead the tour for journalists and invited guests on that day. Following this, tours are open to the public from November 4 to November 5, 2025.
Design and Features of the Burley Idaho Temple
The Burley Idaho Temple is a two-story structure with an impressive floor area of approximately 45,300 square feet. Standing at 172 feet tall including its spire, the temple’s design draws inspiration from the local landscapes, particularly the sugar beet and potato fields that are characteristic of Idaho’s Magic Valley region.
Art-glass patterns inside the temple highlight the blossoms and leaves of the potato plant, adding a unique touch to the interior. The color palette used throughout the temple reflects the local farmland and open skies, incorporating hues of blue, gold, amber, cream, orange, peach, and green. Soft gold broadloom carpets are utilized in general areas, while creamy white carpet is found in celestial and sealing rooms.
Construction Timeline and Local Significance
The Burley Idaho Temple was announced on April 4, 2021, by then-Church President Russell M. Nelson. The groundbreaking ceremony took place on June 4, 2022, presided over by Elder Brent H.
Nielson, a Burley native who later received emeritus status in 2024. Elder Nielson expressed hope that the temple would become a source of solace and joy for the community.
The temple is part of Idaho’s growing network of houses of the Lord, which includes six currently operating temples, two under construction, and two more in planning stages. With its dedication set for January 11, 2026, this new addition will not only serve as a spiritual center but also contribute to the local economy and community life.
Conclusion
The Burley Idaho Temple opens its doors to public tours ahead of its dedication, allowing members and visitors alike to experience the unique design and rich history behind this new house of the Lord. This event not only marks a significant milestone for the Church in Idaho but also underscores the ongoing commitment to expanding spiritual resources within the community.
