When was the Scottish Rite Cathedral built in Indianapolis?
1927
It is owned by the Valley of Indianapolis Scottish Rite, an affiliated body of Freemasonry. It was built between 1927 and 1929 at the cost of $2.5 million….Scottish Rite Cathedral (Indianapolis)
| Scottish Rite Cathedral | |
|---|---|
| Built | 1927 |
| Built by | Hunkin-Conkey Construction Compa |
| Architect | George F. Schreiber |
| Architectural style | Tudor Gothic |
How old is the Scottish Rite Cathedral Indianapolis?
92c. 1929
Scottish Rite Cathedral/Age
What is Scottish Rite Cathedral?
Scottish Rite Cathedral and Scottish Rite Temple are names commonly applied to buildings used by Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite, a body associated with Freemasonry. It may refer to any of a number of specific buildings, including: in the United States. (by state then town or city)
When was the Scottish Rite Temple built?
1961
The Scottish Rite Masonic Temple in Los Angeles, California is a monumental building on Wilshire Boulevard which was completed in 1961. It was designed by Millard Sheets….Scottish Rite Masonic Temple (Los Angeles)
| Scottish Rite Masonic Temple | |
|---|---|
| Completed | 1961 |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect | Millard Sheets |
What does the Masonic Temple do?
A Masonic Temple or Masonic Hall is, within Freemasonry, the room or edifice where a Masonic Lodge meets. Masonic Temple may also refer to an abstract spiritual goal and the conceptual ritualistic space of a meeting.
Is Scottish Rite a Freemason?
The Scottish Rite is one of the appendant bodies of Freemasonry that a Master Mason may join for further exposure to the principles of Freemasonry. The Scottish Rite builds upon the ethical teachings and philosophy offered in the Craft (or Blue) Lodge, through dramatic presentation of the individual degrees.
How do I find out if my grandfather was a Mason?
If you can’t find information on the local lodge or don’t know which one he belonged to, contact the Grand Lodge (the North Carolina lodge has a contactform on its website). Provide your grandfather’s town and county of residence, the dates he lived there, and when you believe he became a Mason.