MONTPELIER — The public will soon get its first look inside the new Montpelier Idaho Temple, with an open house set to begin Sept. 10 ahead of the building’s dedication.

The open house is open to the public, offering members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as members of other faiths the opportunity to tour the temple before regular operations begin after the Oct. 18 dedication.

For many residents and the surrounding areas, the Montpelier Temple is more than a beautiful new building standing tall in the center of town. It is bringing a place of worship significantly closer to those who once traveled to Star Valley, Pocatello and Logan areas.

This temple district is especially unique as it includes communities spanning across three states. Currently, six stakes are expected to make up the Montpelier Temple district to create a regional gathering place for members along the Idaho, Utah and Wyoming borders.

The open house gives the community a chance to see the detailed craftsmanship and purpose behind the temple. Visitors do not need to be members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to attend the public open house.

Local residents have watched the temple take shape since its groundbreaking in June 2023. The open house is a long-awaited milestone and the chance to finally step inside the building that has become an important part for many in the Montpelier community and surrounding areas.

Open house dates are Monday through Saturday, Sept. 10-26, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. No reservations are required to attend. The Montpelier Temple is located at 534 Washington St. in Montpelier.