Dallas Scottish Rite Temple

Dallas Scottish Rite Temple
Location 500 S. Harwood Street
Dallas, Texas
Coordinates 32°46′45.02″N 96°47′32.04″W / 32.7791722°N 96.7922333°W / 32.7791722; -96.7922333Coordinates: 32°46′45.02″N 96°47′32.04″W / 32.7791722°N 96.7922333°W / 32.7791722; -96.7922333
Area 3.6 acres (1.5 ha)
Built 1913
Architect Greene, H.M.; Hubble, B.H.
Architectural style Beaux-Arts
NRHP Reference # 80004088[1]
Significant dates
Added to NRHP March 26, 1980
Designated RTHL 1978

The Dallas Scottish Rite Temple is a monumental structure in the Farmers Market District of downtown Dallas, Texas. Constructed in 1913 as an official headquarters for use by the Scottish Rite Masons and other local Masonic lodges, it is a fine example of early 20th century Beaux Arts Classical architecture in Texas. The structure, a Dallas Landmark and Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a contributing property in the Harwood Historic District.[2]

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References

  1. ↑ Staff (2010-07-09). "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service.
  2. ↑ http://atlas.thc.state.tx.us/shell-desig.htm

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