The iconic dome on the Zamora Temple was removed today to make way for the $19.96 million Irondale Civic Center Renovation.

Opened in 1985, the temple, which could be seen for years from I-459, was purchased by the City of Irondale in 2022 for $5 million.

Renovated Irondale Civic Center: Amenities

Always used as a community gathering space, the 105-acre property and building is undergoing a major facelift to become a premier destination for recreation and events.

Once completed, the renovated civic center will include the following new amenities, according to the City of Irondale: • A state-of-the-art conference hall accommodating up to 1,500 guests • Community meeting rooms for neighborhood and smaller gatherings • Splash pad, playground and pavilion for families • A walking t

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