About this property
The Colored Knights of Pythias Castle Hall , also known simply as " Castle Hall ", is a historic building in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. This building was a hub of commercial and social activity for Colored Knights of Pythias who came together from several different Indianapolis lodges. The brick building was designed in the Tudor Revival style with sparse detail compared to other examples of the style, likely due to cost-saving measures taken during construction. Remnants of the original, grander design can be seen on external features of the castle hall, such as a label lintel with a stone hood around the entrance, as well as hooded windows and stepped parapets resembling castle turrets. While the outside was sparse in comparison with original building plans, the inside had many ornate details.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 100007176. It was listed on November 15, 2021.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Colored Knights of Pythias Castle Hall listed on the National Register?
Colored Knights of Pythias Castle Hall was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 15, 2021.
What type of historic resource is Colored Knights of Pythias Castle Hall?
Colored Knights of Pythias Castle Hall is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Colored Knights of Pythias Castle Hall?
The period of significance for Colored Knights of Pythias Castle Hall is recorded as the industrial era.
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