Bahía Blanca Argentina Temple

The Bahía Blanca Argentina Temple was announced by church president Russell M. Nelson on April 5, 2020, during general conference. It is the church's fifth temple in Argentina, following those in Buenos Aires, Córdoba, Salta, and Mendoza. It is the first in the southern region of the country. On February 9, 2022, the church announced that the temple would be constructed on an 8.14-acre (3.29 ha) property at the intersection of Avenida Alberto Pedro Cabrera and Luis Vera in the Aldea Romana neighborhood of Bahía Blanca. Preliminary plans called for a single-story structure of approximately 19,000 square feet (1,800 m²). Additionally, a 25,000-square-foot (2,300 m²) ancillary building was planned to include patron housing and a distribution center. with Joaquín E. Costa, a general authority, presiding, and attended by local church members and community leaders. During construction, the church coordinated with local authorities to ensure compliance with building regulations and to maintain safety standards for workers. The Secretary General of the Union of Construction Workers of Argentina for Bahía Blanca visited the construction site, emphasizing the importance of safe working conditions. As construction neared completion, the church announced the public open house that was held from October 16 to November 1, 2025, excluding Sundays. Ahead of that, a media day was held on October 14, with invited guests touring the building on October 14–15. == Design and architecture ==

The temple is on an 8.14-acre (3.29 ha) plot in the Aldea Romana neighborhood of Bahía Blanca. Landscaping on the grounds includes flowers, lawns of grass, and other plants. The single-story structure is approximately 19,000 square feet (1,800 m²). It has a central two-level steeple with a domed cupola. The steeple uses eight stained-glass windows, providing a visual focal point above the temple. The temple has two instruction rooms, two sealing rooms, and a baptistry. Interior finishes include stone baseboards, wood trim, decorative moldings, and hand-stenciled ceiling designs. == Temple presidents ==

The church's temples are directed by a temple president and matron, each typically serving for a term of three years. The president and matron oversee the administration of temple operations and provide guidance and training for both temple patrons and staff. Horacio A. Páez is the first president, with Sonia A. Páez serving as matron. == Admittance ==

On April 14, 2025, the church announced the public open house to be held from October 16 to November 1, 2025 (excluding Sundays). The temple was dedicated by Ulisses Soares of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles on November 23, 2025. Like all the church's temples, it is not used for Sunday worship services. To members of the church, temples are regarded as sacred houses of the Lord. Once dedicated, only church members with a current temple recommend can enter for worship. ==See also==