# Temples Timeline — Temples

> Interactive spiral timeline of Latter-day Saint temples from 1836 to present. (iPhone/iPad app by Thirsty Nellan Productions.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temples-timeline/id1529179099 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Thirsty Nellan Productions](https://appshunter.io/developer/499087849)
- Category: Education, Travel
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.17/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 55 MB
- Languages: English, Chinese
- Released: 2020-08-29
- Data updated: 2026-06-04
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temples-timeline/id1529179099/reviews.md

## What is Temples Timeline?

Innovative spiral visualization of the temples of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, from 1836 to the present day.

* Use the slider bar to easily scroll forwards and backwards in time, to see which temples were built when.
* You can also rotate the spiral directly with your finger: spin clockwise to go back in time; counter-clockwise to go forwards.
* Search for any temple by name, using the search button on the toolbar.
* Tap a temple's picture to see more information about that temple.
* Three different styles of animation for the spiral: static, spin, and 3D. Try them all (in the Settings) and see which you like best.

Temple photos are copyrighted by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. Used by permission.

This app is a research project funded by Brigham Young University–Hawaii, however the contents are the responsibility of its developers. This app is not an official publication of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

## Key features

- Spiral time visualization
- Time slider
- Direct spiral rotation
- Temple search
- Detailed temple information
- Multiple animation styles

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temples-timeline/id1529179099/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Temples

*2025-04-06*

Please will you update the temples and details.

### 5/5 — I love to see the temple

*2023-12-17*

I love seeing all the temples listed. I would love to see the new temples on the list and I am willing to help with the project.

### 5/5 — Incredible App

*2021-09-14*

It’s so neat to be able to see the growth of the Lord’s kingdom and to use this as such an easy reference.

## Frequently asked questions about Temples Timeline

### What is Temples Timeline?

Temples Timeline is an educational app that provides an innovative spiral visualization of Latter-day Saint temples from 1836 to the present day. It allows users to explore temple history through interactive scrolling and searching.

### How does Temples Timeline work?

You can use a slider bar to move forward and backward in time, or directly rotate the spiral with your finger to navigate through temple construction dates. Tapping a temple's image reveals more detailed information.

### Can I search for specific temples in Temples Timeline?

Yes, Temples Timeline features a search function accessible via the toolbar, allowing you to find any temple by its name.

### What animation styles are available in Temples Timeline?

The app offers three distinct animation styles for the spiral: static, spin, and 3D. These can be explored and selected within the app's Settings menu.

### Is Temples Timeline an official app of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?

No, Temples Timeline is a research project funded by Brigham Young University–Hawaii and is not an official publication of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The content is the responsibility of its developers.

### What devices is Temples Timeline compatible with?

Temples Timeline is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, as indicated by its supported devices list.

### How often is Temples Timeline updated?

The app was last updated on September 23, 2020, with version 1.01. It was initially released on August 29, 2020.

### Does Temples Timeline have ads?

No, Temples Timeline does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use without any ad interruptions.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.01 — 2020-09-23

Search for any temple by name, using the search button on the toolbar.

### 1.0 — 2020-08-29

No release notes.

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