Independence, Missouri -
Swirly Rocket Ship Temple
RoadsideAmerica.com Team Field Report
Striking Mormon rocket ship architecture, built by a split-off sect. The ceiling of the sanctuary of this super-sized ice cream swirl is so high that you are asked to sit before you look up.
- Address:
- 1001 W. Walnut, Independence, MO
- Directions:
- Community of Christ Church. On the northeast corner of W. Walnut St. and S. River Blvd. Easy to spot from anywhere in the neighborhood.
- Hours:
- Tours daily 9 am - 5 pm, or just wander underneath the rocket ship. Well-lit at (Call to verify)
- Phone:
- 816-833-1000
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Swirly Rocket Ship Temple
Striking Mormon rocket ship architecture, built by a split-off sect. The ceiling of the sanctuary of this super-sized ice cream swirl is so high that you are asked to sit before you look up. Roadsideamerica.com Report...
Striking Mormon rocket ship architecture, built by a split-off sect. The ceiling of the sanctuary of this super-sized ice cream swirl is so high that you are asked to sit before you look up. Roadsideamerica.com Report...
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