Wichita Kansas Temple opens for public tours ahead of dedication
September 21, 2026 at 10:02 AM MT · via Church Newsroom · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

The Wichita Kansas Temple began its open house on Monday, September 21, with a media day for journalists and invited guests. The temple is the first in Kansas.
Public tours will continue through the dedication date, allowing the public to view the interior before it is restricted to members with recommend privileges.
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- newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org →September 21, 2026 at 9:35 AM MT
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