The Oakland California Temple is a gem in the bay area, it literally and figuratively lights up the neighborhood, and we have a lovely guest to talk about her love for this temple, and all temples. The Oakland Temple has a large inter-stake center next door that hosts over 1,000 events a year, and was once used by the Golden State Warriors as a practice facility -- we think. Anyway, please listen and if you learn something share the podcast with a friend.
Announcement: 23 January 1961
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 26 May 1962 by David O. McKay
Dedication: 17–19 November 1964 by David O. McKay
Rededication: 16 June 2019 by Dallin H. Oaks
Site: 18.1 acres | 7.3 hectares
Architectural Features: Central spire surrounded by four smaller spires
Ordinance Rooms: Four instruction rooms, seven sealing rooms, and one baptistry
Total Floor Area: 80,157 square feet | 7,447 square meters
Height: 170 feet | 51.8 meters
