A TIMELINE OF NEW SCIENTOLOGY ORGANIZATIONS DEDICATED FROM 2010–2020

2010
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM
JAN 23, 2010
Churches of Scientology for Europe Branch Opens in Brussels
Dignitaries from across the continent join Scientologists to mark the Grand Opening of a new Church on Boulevard de Waterloo in the European capital.
QUÉBEC CITY, CANADA
JAN 30, 2010
New Scientology Church in the Historic Heart of French Canada
Scientologists and guests pack rue Saint-Joseph in Lower Quebec City to fete their Church of Scientology springing to life.
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA
FEB 6, 2010
Fastest-Growing US City Welcomes New Church of World’s Fastest-Growing Religion
Federal and city leaders join Scientologists and friends to inaugurate a new Church of Scientology in this world entertainment capital.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
APR 24, 2010
Los Angeles Cuts Ribbon on a New Church of Scientology
The world’s first Church of Scientology, formed in 1954, joins a global roster of new millennium Ideal Organizations.
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO
JUL 10, 2010
National Church of Scientology for Mexico Opens Its Doors in the City of Palaces
A world-class capital and icon of culture and tolerance, along with 7,000 celebrants, warmly welcomes the Church of Scientology to its home in the heart of Mexico City.
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA
JUL 18, 2010
Scientology Church Flourishes in Old Town Pasadena
In the bustling corridor of Old Town, thousands eagerly gather to witness the ribbon fall on a fully restored landmark and new Church of Scientology of Pasadena.
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
JUL 24, 2010
Pacific Northwest Church Sets Sail
Scientologists and their guests joyfully convene to dedicate a new Church of Scientology in the Queen Anne district.
2011
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA
JAN 29, 2011
Ribbon Falls on a Church of Scientology for Aussie Cultural Capital
A moving ceremony in North West Melbourne honors a city heritage site meticulously restored and now open as a striking Church of Scientology.
TAMPA, FLORIDA
MAR 13, 2011
Church of Scientology of Tampa Expands into Historic Ybor Square Home
Exuberant cheers ring out as thousands celebrate L. Ron Hubbard’s centennial and behold Tampa’s new Church unveiled in the fully restored, 133-year-old Ybor Square.
MINNEAPOLIS—ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA
OCT 22, 2011
Church Cuts Ribbon on Twin Cities Landmark Home in Minnesota’s Capital of St. Paul
Wabasha Street is the site of grand festivities to inaugurate the city’s new Church of Scientology Twin Cities.
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA
NOV 5, 2011
Church of Scientology Celebrates Opening of Inglewood Church and Community Center in South LA
A jubilant celebration on Market Street greets new Church of Scientology designed to serve the multiethnic population of the “City of Champions.” The neighboring Community Center stands just minutes away in South Los Angeles.
2012
HAMBURG, GERMANY
JAN 21, 2012
Hamburg Dedicates a New Church of Scientology for Germany
Flags wave and Scientologists, guests and dignitaries cheer to laud the transformation of a new Church of Scientology in the center of Hamburg’s historic district.
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA
JAN 28, 2012
Church of Scientology Inaugurates Stunning Home in California’s Capital
Attendees hail the Grand Opening of the Church’s perfectly restored historic landmark dating from 1930.
GREATER CINCINNATI, OHIO
FEB 25, 2012
Scientology Church Opens Doors to a Tri‑State Welcome
At the intersection of Dixie Highway and Union Pike, thousands rejoice as Greater Cincinnati’s new Church opens her doors to serve the Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana region.
SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA
JUN 2, 2012
Orange County Welcomes Church of Scientology to Heritage Home
City and state dignitaries join thousands of Scientologists to commemorate a landmark Church restored to former glory.
SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA
JUN 9, 2012
Scientology Reboots New Church in Northern California
On its sprawling 3-acre campus in San Jose, a newly transformed Ideal Organization bursts to life to better serve parishioners and communities all across Silicon Valley.
DENVER, COLORADO
JUN 16, 2012
Church of Scientology for the Mile High City
Scientologists and guests are joined by state and city officials one block from Coors Field in the heart of the Ballpark Neighborhood District to inaugurate a new Church of Scientology Denver.
PHOENIX, ARIZONA
JUN 23, 2012
Church Springs to Life in the Birthplace of Scientology
Arizona’s new Ideal Church of Scientology Phoenix is dedicated in the very city L. Ron Hubbard founded Scientology.
BUFFALO, NEW YORK
JUN 30, 2012
Scientologists Cut Ribbon on Iconic Buffalo Church
In the center of the Allentown Historic District, Scientologists, friends and community partners celebrate the dedication of their restored Beaux Arts home, originally constructed in 1898.
LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA
JUL 28, 2012
Bay Area Scientologists Dedicate Los Gatos Church
The ribbon-cutting ceremony marks the dedication of yet another Ideal Organization in the South Bay to accommodate its growing congregation and extend social betterment programs along southwestern San Jose.
TEL AVIV, ISRAEL
AUG 21, 2012
Ribbon Falls on First Center of Scientology for the Middle East
Dignitaries and religious leaders joined Scientologists from Israel in the ancient port city of Jaffa to celebrate the opening of the Scientology center in a treasured site returned to its original splendor.
WASHINGTON, DC
NATIONAL OFFICE WASHINGTON, DC
SEP 12, 2012
Church of Scientology Opens National Office in DC Landmark
Federal officials join Church executives to dedicate the Church of Scientology National Affairs Office, which permanently extends the full array of Scientology-sponsored humanitarian programs and initiatives to the national and international communities of the US capital.
PADOVA, ITALY
OCT 27, 2012
Thousands Celebrate New Scientology Church in Renowned Historic Villa
More than 7,000 Scientologists join with civic leaders and guests to inaugurate Padova’s breathtaking Church of Scientology, fully restored and returned to its 18th-century Venetian splendor.
2013
CAMBRIDGE, ONTARIO
FEB 9, 2013
Scientology Church Sheds Ribbon in Canada’s Technology Triangle
Scientologists and guests from throughout the region gather to commemorate the opening of a Church of Scientology to serve the Tri-Cities of Cambridge, Kitchener and Waterloo.
PRETORIA, GAUTENG
FEB 23, 2013
South African Capital Heralds New Church of Scientology
National, provincial and city dignitaries as well as South African royalty join Scientologists and guests for the Grand Opening of the Church of Scientology Pretoria, less than a block from Embassy Row and neighboring the Union Buildings, official seat of the South African government.
PORTLAND, OREGON
MAY 11, 2013
Church of Scientology Blooms in the City of Roses
The Church of Scientology Portland consecrates their stunning home in the city’s historic downtown quarter.
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA
NOV 17, 2013
The Majesty of Scientology: Opening a 21st-Century Cathedral
More than 10,000 Scientologists pack Fort Harrison Avenue for the dedication of the Flag Building in Clearwater, Florida. Spanning an entire city block, the new Scientology spiritual headquarters provides the highest levels of Scientology Auditing and Training to thousands at a time.
KAOHSIUNG, TAIWAN
DEC 7, 2013
Church of Scientology Opens at the Gateway of the Chinese-Speaking World
Amid a burst of confetti and a cloud of balloons, over 4,000 triumphantly cheer as the ribbon falls on the first Church of Scientology in Taiwan.
2014
ADVANCED ORGANIZATION
& SAINT HILL EUROPE
ADVANCED ORG & SAINT HILL EUROPE
FEB 15, 2014
Dedicating an Advanced Organization for Continental Europe
Thousands of Scientologists from over 30 nations converge in the city center of Copenhagen, Denmark, for the dedication of the first Ideal Advanced Organization.
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA
MAY 3, 2014
Church of Scientology Cuts a Ribbon in the Heart of Australia’s Harbor City
Thousands of Scientologists and guests fill Castlereagh Street on a stunning Sydney evening to witness the grand commemoration of the city’s new Ideal Church of Scientology.
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
OCT 25, 2014
Continental Headquarters Launches Key Next Phase of Scientology European Expansion
The dedication of the Continental Liaison Office for Europe sparks a new era of expansion for the Church of Scientology on the continent.
2015
BASEL, SWITZERLAND
APR 25, 2015
Ribbon Falls on Church of Scientology with Distinctive Swiss Character
Consistent with an uncompromising emphasis on quality, the first Ideal Scientology Church in Switzerland opened its doors to serve the tri-country region where Switzerland, France and Germany converge.
BOGOTÁ, COLOMBIA
JUL 5, 2015
Colombia Passionately Welcomes First Church of Scientology in South America
Bogotá’s newly established Scientology Church is hailed as “one of the greatest things ever to happen to Colombia” during a remarkable and rousing ceremony.
SAINT HILL, UNITED KINGDOM
JUL 18, 2015
Headquarters Spearhead Momentous Church Growth in the UK
Church of Scientology expansion in the United Kingdom unfolds with the Grand Opening of the new Ideal Continental Liaison Office. It occupies an impeccably restored 19th-century estate in East Grinstead, Sussex, England.
TOKYO, JAPAN
AUG 8, 2015
Epic Scientology Summer Continues with Opening of Tokyo Church
On a timeless Tokyo evening, Japan’s first Ideal Church of Scientology awakens in Shinjuku District, adjacent to the world’s busiest train station and Shibuya Crossing, Tokyo’s Times Square.
SAINT HILL, EAST GRINSTEAD, UNITED KINGDOM
ADVANCED ORG & SAINT HILL
OCT 18, 2015
Saint Hill Inauguration Crowns Extraordinary Season of Expansion
The newly restored and expanded legendary Saint Hill Estate in West Sussex, England, is unveiled before an enthralled audience of some 2,000 celebrants.
MILAN, ITALY
OCT 31, 2015
Mega Church for Milan Greets the World
A new Church of Scientology for Milan greets the world with some 8,000 Italian Scientologists, guests and dignitaries on hand to dedicate the 100,000-square-foot facility in the city of age-old splendor.
2016
ATLANTA, GEORGIA
APR 2, 2016
Atlanta’s Spirit of Freedom Shines Bright
The first Scientology Church for the new American South is welcomed with pure Southern hospitality as doors open to serve the state capital of Georgia and beyond.
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
JUL 23, 2016
A Saga of Freedom Culminates in Scientology Church Coming to Life in Budapest
A Church of Scientology Budapest opens amidst the city’s bustling center, marking a milestone for spiritual freedom in Hungary.
HARLEM, NEW YORK
JUL 31, 2016
A New Rose Blooms: Scientology Church and Community Center Open in Harlem
Harlem’s new Church of Scientology is called “a center of hope on 125th Street” in a stirring Grand Opening ceremony held in a place where cultural significance runs deep into the soul of America.
ADVANCED ORGANIZATION & SAINT HILL
FOR AUSTRALIA, NEW ZEALAND & ASIA
ADVANCED ORG & SAINT HILL AUSTRALASIA
SEP 4, 2016
Scientology Crowns Record Growth with Spiritual Headquarters for Asia Pacific
All new Asia Pacific spiritual headquarters is dedicated in the grandest of ceremonies. Just ten minutes from downtown Sydney, the stunning center stands amidst 900 acres of national forest to serve Scientologists across Australia, New Zealand and Asia.
DUBLIN, IRELAND
NATIONAL OFFICE IRELAND
OCT 15, 2016
Church of Scientology Cuts a Ribbon on National Affairs Office in the Emerald Isle
The Church of Scientology National Affairs Office opens its doors in Dublin on the city’s iconic Merrion Square to offer permanent delivery of social betterment and humanitarian programs in Ireland.
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA
NOV 19, 2016
California Dreaming Becomes Reality as San Diego Opens New Church of Scientology
On a sunbaked afternoon in downtown San Diego, an Ideal Church of Scientology sheds her ribbon in a city Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard once called home.
2017
AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND
JAN 21, 2017
A Treasured Landmark Reborn—Scientology Opens Church Atop Auckland
Auckland celebrates the Grand Opening of New Zealand’s National Church of Scientology for the second-oldest Scientology congregation on Earth.
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY, CALIFORNIA
MAR 19, 2017
North America’s Largest Church of Scientology Premieres in the San Fernando Valley
Massive Scientology Church sheds her ribbon to serve communities across the San Fernando Basin.
MIAMI, FLORIDA
APR 29, 2017
A Magical Welcome Greets Miami’s New Church of Scientology
The Magic City’s new Scientology Church opens its doors in honor of freedom and volunteerism in the cultural core of Miami.
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
MAY 27, 2017
Danish Delight: A New Church of Scientology Is Born in Central Copenhagen
Located on Denmark’s famed walking street, at the intersection of the original meeting and marketplace for Danes nearly 1,200 years ago, this Church of Scientology Grand Opening rekindles the spirit and soul of Copenhagen’s historical heart.
DUBLIN, IRELAND
OCT 14, 2017
Scientology Centre for Interaction and Partnership Opens in South Dublin
A newly established Church of Scientology and Community Centre opens its doors for events and activities to strengthen communities across Dublin and all of Ireland.
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND
OCT 21, 2017
A Revolution of the Spirit in Britain’s Salt of the Earth: Birmingham
The City of a Thousand Trades welcomes a new Scientology Church to the heart of Birmingham at its joyous Grand Opening ceremony.
AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS
OCT 28, 2017
A Is for Amsterdam—a New Church of Scientology Shines in Alpha City
A world-class capital welcomes the Church of Scientology to its striking home on the “Knowledge Mile.”
JOBURG NORTH, SOUTH AFRICA
DEC 23, 2017
Festive Spirit: Johannesburg Welcomes New Church of Scientology in Vibrant Celebration
Church of Scientology caps unforgettable year with a dynamic Grand Opening in the northern hills of the “City of Gold”—Johannesburg, South Africa.
2018
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH
FEB 17, 2018
City of Salt Lake Welcomes Utah’s First Ideal Church of Scientology
At the foot of the Rockies, on iconic South Temple Street, the Church of Scientology Salt Lake City opens its doors to all.
SILICON VALLEY, CALIFORNIA
FEB 18, 2018
Spirituality Intersects with Human Brilliance as Church of Scientology Opens in Silicon Valley
Renowned for the digital revolution, the world’s high-tech capital welcomes a new Ideal Church of Scientology.
PERTH, WESTERN AUSTRALIA
MAY 5, 2018
Down Under’s “City of Lights” Inaugurates Church of Scientology
Grand Opening celebration honors new Church of Scientology in the world’s most remote major city.
ORLANDO, FLORIDA
MAY 12, 2018
A Star Bursts in “The City Beautiful” as a Ribbon Falls on the New Church of Scientology
Orlando, the most-visited city in the country, sees a dream come true when the new Church of Scientology Orlando opens her doors.
STUTTGART, GERMANY
SEP 9, 2018
Freedom Reigns as the Church of Scientology Stuttgart Kicks into Gear
In the home of the automobile and at Germany’s industrial heartland, a new Ideal Organization is dedicated in Stuttgart’s city center.
DETROIT, MICHIGAN
OCT 14, 2018
Made in Detroit: Church of Scientology Now Stands at the Cornerstone of Motor City, USA
The Midwest metropolis renowned for automotive technology proudly welcomes spiritual technology in a new Church at the very site of the city’s founding, with a fully restored landmark in Detroit’s downtown heart.
2019
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA
ADVANCED ORG & SAINT HILL AFRICA
JAN 1, 2019
Winds of Change: Scientology Headquarters for Africa Springs to Life at Majestic Castle Kyalami
In a stunning Grand Opening ceremony and a week filled with celebration, the new Advanced Organization and Saint Hill Africa brings Total Freedom to the Rainbow Nation and all of Africa.
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI
NOV 2, 2019
A Home in the Heartland: Church of Scientology Cuts Ribbon on Kansas City Landmark
On a bright fall day, Scientologists and guests gather in the heart of Kansas City’s Crossroads Arts District to celebrate the dedication of a resplendent new Ideal Church of Scientology.
COLUMBUS, CENTRAL OHIO
COLUMBUS, CENTRAL OHIO
NOV 9, 2019
O-H-I-O: Church of Scientology Kicks Off in Columbus
City and state leaders welcome expansive new Church along US Highway 33, set to serve communities across Central Ohio.