“…. a haven for the deepest contemplation on spiritual reality and foundational questions of life.”
The Baha’i Writings
Auditorium
IN THE WINTER MONTHS – If entering the Temple is too dangerous because of ice or snow, a red banner at the top of this page will announce Temple closures. You can also call: 847-853-2300 for updates.
The Temple Auditorium is open to visitors during the following hours:
Every day from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Welcome Center
The Welcome Center is open to visitors during the following hours:
- Wed., 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Thurs. – Sun., 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
(The Welcome Center and Bookshop are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.)
The Welcome Center Bookshop is open:
- Wednesday. 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Thursday – Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
(The Bookshop closes one hour earlier than the Welcome Center.)
We regret that restrooms are not available on the House of Worship property when the Welcome Center is closed.
Upcoming Event
Devotional programs:
Brief programs of prayers and readings (about 15 minutes) are shared in the Auditorium at the following times:
- Wednesday mornings at 7:00 a.m.
- Wednesday through Sunday at 12:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
- Sundays at 12:30 p.m. – the program is about 30 minutes and includes a capella singing and a written program on a particular theme.
Spanish devotional programs – on the 1st Sundays of each month at 2:00 p.m., followed at 2:30 p.m. by an informational meeting in Spanish about the Bahá’í Faith in the Welcome Center presentation room.
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There is no clergy in the Baha’i Faith and no sermons or speeches are given in the Auditorium. Excerpts from scripture are pre-selected by the House of Worship staff and read aloud by local community members.
The Baha’i Faith teaches that every individual can investigate religious and spiritual truth. During your visit, you are free to explore the Baha’i Faith’s unifying teachings, including the oneness of humanity, the common threads among all major religions, and the connection between the human spirit and the betterment of the world.
The Fireside Room
Being Mindful in this Sacred Space
Guidelines: Shoes and shirts are required. Modest dress is recommended. Guide dogs and other service dogs are the only animals permitted. Please secure bicycles to the racks provided before entering the grounds.
Photography: Group photography requires prior permission. Fashion, modeling or commercial photography is not permitted. Photography of any kind is not permitted in the Auditorium.
