Redlands California Temple
Redlands is in the San Bernardino, California area, which since 1851 has had a large population of Latter-day Saints, some of whom are descendants of colonists that first established the community.The original community was established with the encouragement of church president Brigham Young but the settlers were called back to Utah in 1857.[1][4] Church president Gordon B. Hinckley dedicated the Redlands California Temple on September 14, 2003.[3] The temple's architecture reflects both the cultural heritage of the San Bernardino area and its spiritual significance to the church.The temple is on a 4.55-acre plot, and the surrounding landscaping has a fountain, palm trees, flowers, and shrubs.[8] On June 21, 2003, the church announced the public open house that was held from August 9 to September 3, 2003 (excluding Sundays).