Baha'i House of Worship for North America

Baha'i House of Worship for North America Where the World Comes to Pray. The Temple Auditorium is open to everyone, every day, from 6AM to 6PM Admission is free.
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Hours:
* Temple Auditorium - 6:00 am to 8:00 pm daily, year round.
* Welcome Center - 10:00 am to 6:00 pm daily, year round.
* Bookshop (located inside the Welcome Center) -
Open daily 10:00 am to 12:30 pm and 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm EXCEPT on Wednesdays when the Bookshop is closed in the morning and opens at 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm. One of only eight continental Baha'i temples in the world, the Baha

'i House of Worship for North America is a unique structure symbolizing unity and inviting prayer to God. The quiet serenity of the Baha'i House of Worship reflects the spiritual truths of the Baha'i Faith: the oneness of God, the oneness of humanity and the oneness of religion. Like all Baha'i Houses of Worship, the temple in Wilmette is circular in shape, has nine sides and is surrounded by exquisite gardens. This official page is managed by the Office of Communications of the National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá’ís of the United States, which reserves the right to delete vulgar, hateful or discriminatory comments or spam.

This weekend, in collaboration with Interfaith America, friends and neighbors from diverse backgrounds gathered for A Co...
05/27/2026

This weekend, in collaboration with Interfaith America, friends and neighbors from diverse backgrounds gathered for A Conversation about Spiritual Renewal in the Life of the Nation, reflecting on how spiritual principles, community life, and collective responsibility can help meet the challenges of our time.

Inspired by the themes of the newly published letter A Common Endeavor, the conversation reflected the kind of thoughtful, hope-filled dialogue the letter calls for at every level of society and encouraged the continued cultivation of spaces for reflection, listening, and collective learning. Held in the unique spiritual environment of the House of Worship, the gathering offered an opportunity to come together in a spirit of reverence, openness, and shared purpose.

We are grateful to our panelists, partners, and all who contributed to an atmosphere of open reflection, warmth, and hope. Gatherings like this remind us of the power of coming together in a spirit of shared purpose and fellowship. May these conversations continue to inspire hope and unity in neighborhoods and communities everywhere, deepening our collective commitment to justice and the well-being of all.

Read the letter: https://www.acommonendeavor.org/

In a time of searching and uncertainty, how can spiritual principles contribute to the renewal of society?Join us for “A...
05/22/2026

In a time of searching and uncertainty, how can spiritual principles contribute to the renewal of society?

Join us for “A Conversation about Spiritual Renewal in the Life of the Nation,” a timely discussion exploring the role of religion, moral leadership, and community life in meeting the challenges of our time.

The conversation will follow the Bahá’í Choral Festival—voices in harmony, grounded in unity.

Sunday, May 24
Conversation: 2–3:30 PM

Choral Festival Concerts: 9:30 AM & 12:30 PM
Bahá’í House of Worship Welcome Center

All are welcome. Tap the link to learn more:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-conversation-about-spiritual-renewal-in-the-life-of-the-nation-tickets-1987849529454

05/22/2026

“This is the day…”

In 2 days, voices from across the country will gather at the Bahá’í House of Worship for the Bahá’í Choral Festival—offering songs of hope, peace, unity, and spiritual renewal.

This is the day to register and invite a friend to join you for music, reflection, and community.

Sunday, May 24
9:30 AM & 12:30 PM

All are welcome.
Tap the link below to register.
https://www.bahai.us/bahai-house-of-worship-hosts-18th-annual-choral-festival/

05/21/2026

“If we ever needed love, we need it now.”
In a time marked by division, uncertainty, and conflict, music can remind us of our shared humanity and our collective longing for peace, justice, and unity.

Join us in 3 days for the Bahá’í Choral Festival—voices in harmony, grounded in hope and the vision of one human family.

Sunday, May 24
9:30 AM & 12:30 PM

After the concerts, join us for “A Conversation about Spiritual Renewal in the Life of the Nation,” exploring the role of religion and community life in meeting the challenges of our time.

2 PM – 3:30 PM
Bahá’í House of Worship Welcome Center

All are welcome.
Tap the link below to register.
https://www.bahai.us/bahai-house-of-worship-hosts-18th-annual-choral-festival/

05/16/2026

“The best beloved of all things… is Justice.”

In a time of searching, we need spaces to reflect, listen, and come together.
Join us for the Bahá’í Choral Festival—voices in harmony, grounded in unity.

Sunday, May 24
9:30 AM & 12:30 PM

After the concerts, join us for “A Conversation about Spiritual Renewal in the Life of the Nation,” exploring the role of religion and community life in meeting the challenges of our time.

2 PM – 3:30 PM
Bahá’í House of Worship Welcome Center
Eventbrite registration encouraged.

All are welcome.
Register for the concert and/or conversation: https://www.bahai.us/bahai-house-of-worship-hosts-18th-annual-choral-festival/

05/12/2026

Each year, voices from across the country and beyond our borders come together in the Bahá’í House of Worship, offering a ca****la songs drawn from sacred writings of the world’s religions.

We’re invited not just to listen, but to reflect, to be renewed, and to share a space shaped by unity and reverence.

Join us for the Annual Bahá’í Choral Festival.

Sunday, May 24
9:30 AM & 12:30 PM

All are welcome.

Reserve your free tickets:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-18th-annual-bahai-choral-festival-devotional-concerts-tickets-1988016116721

Each year, voices from across the country and beyond our borders come together in the Bahá’í House of Worship, offering ...
05/02/2026

Each year, voices from across the country and beyond our borders come together in the Bahá’í House of Worship, offering a ca****la songs drawn from sacred writings of the world’s religions.

We’re invited not just to listen, but to reflect, to be renewed, and to share a space shaped by unity and reverence.

Join us for the Annual Bahá’í Choral Festival.
Sunday, May 24
9:30 AM & 12:30 PM

All are welcome.
https://www.bahai.us/bahai-house-of-worship-hosts-18th-annual-choral-festival/

03/27/2026

Dash Crofts (1940-2026) sings an arrangement of The Lord's Prayer with the House of Worship choir at the 12th annual Choral Festival, in 2018.

https://conta.cc/4a5hP9U.   See our latest newsletter with upcoming events, including this coming Saturday.
02/06/2026

https://conta.cc/4a5hP9U. See our latest newsletter with upcoming events, including this coming Saturday.

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Address

100 Linden Avenue
Wilmette, IL
60091

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 1pm - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

+18478532300

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