Washington D.C. Temple

Services
Temple Clothing

Temple clothing rental is available, but members are encouraged to bring their own temple clothing. Baptistry clothing is provided at no cost.

Languages

The presentation of the endowment is available in many languages in every temple. Please select the desired language when scheduling an appointment online or ask at the recommend desk.

Accessibility

Some accommodations are available, including headsets for patrons with hearing impairment. Please contact the temple for more information or if you have special circumstances or needs.

Temple Housing

No temple housing is available.

Arrival Center

No arrival center is available.

Distribution Center

Distribution center is on site to purchase temple garments and clothing.

9900 Stoneybrook Dr Kensington, MD 20895-3149
+1 301-588-1217
Visitors' Center

A visitors' center is on site and open to the public.

Visitor Center Information

Temple Closures

2024

  • Tuesday, 31 December 2024
  • 2025

  • Wednesday, 1 January 2025
  • Monday, 3 February 2025 - Monday, 17 February 2025
  • Saturday, 5 April 2025
  • Friday, 4 July 2025
  • Monday, 4 August 2025 - Monday, 18 August 2025
  • Saturday, 4 October 2025
  • Wednesday, 26 November 2025 - Thursday, 27 November 2025
  • Wednesday, 24 December 2025 - Thursday, 25 December 2025
  • Wednesday, 31 December 2025
  • 2026

  • Thursday, 1 January 2026
  • Additional Information

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    · Appointments for proxy ordinances are encouraged. Patrons without appointments are also welcome, but may be asked to wait for an opportunity to participate. Click the Appointments button to schedule or modify a proxy appointment.

    · Patrons are encouraged to bring their own temple clothing.

    · Ordinances for family names should be done in proper sequence—baptism, confirmation, Melchizedek Priesthood ordination (males), initiatory, endowment, and then sealing. Please allow sufficient time to perform all the ordinances you wish to complete during your visit. For additional help and information, please call the temple.

    · Please contact the temple for more information or if you have special circumstances or needs.

    Milestones

  • 15 November 1968Announced
  • 7 December 1968Groundbreaking
  • 19 November 1974Dedicated — dedicatory prayer
  • 14 August 2022Rededicated — dedicatory prayer