Baháʼí House of Worship
Baháʼí House of Worship
The Baháʼí House of Worship is a quiet place to admire intricate architecture and wander through the surrounding gardens.
Worship
North Shore
Free
Architecture
Hours
Open daily
Temple Auditorium
6:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Welcome Center
10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Cost
Free
Address
100 Linden Ave., Wilmette, IL 60091
About
The Baháʼí House of Worship in Wilmette is known for its intricately detailed white exterior, nine-sided design and landscaped gardens. Explore the grounds, walk beneath the garden trellises and step inside the quiet central auditorium. The temple welcomes people of all faiths and backgrounds.
Transit
- Take the Red Line to Howard and transfer to the Purple Line toward Linden. The accessible Linden station is a few blocks from the House of Worship.
- During weekday rush hours, Purple Line Express trains provide direct service between the downtown Loop and Linden.
- Pace bus routes 421, 422, and 423 also connect with the Linden station.
Parking
- On-site visitor parking is available in the lot beside the Welcome Center, located just west of the temple along Linden Avenue.
- Designated accessible spaces are available next to the Welcome Center and near the temple’s rear entrance.
- The lot can fill during services and special events. Additional street parking may be available nearby, subject to posted restrictions.
Accessibility
- The Welcome Center is step-free and fully accessible at ground level, with an elevator to the lower level. Accessible restrooms are available on both floors.
- The gardens can be reached by ramps from the parking area and from the corner of Sheridan Road and Linden Avenue.
- Wheelchair access to the Temple Auditorium requires using a separate elevator from the lower level. Check in at the Welcome Center reception desk or call 847-853-2300 so a staff member can provide access.
- Designated accessible parking is available beside the Welcome Center and near the temple’s rear entrance. A loaner wheelchair is also available at the Welcome Center.
- During winter weather, call ahead to confirm that the Auditorium’s accessible entrance is available.