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Freemasonry (sometimes spelled Free-Masonry ) consists of fraternal groups that trace their origins to medieval guilds of stonemasons. Freemasonry is considered the oldest existing secular fraternal organisation, with documents and traditions dating back to the 14th century. Modern Freemasonry broadly consists of three main traditions: Anglo-American style Freemasonry , which insists that a "volume of sacred law" (such as the Bible, Quran, or other religious text) should be open in a working lodge, that every member should profess belief in a supreme being, that only men should be admitted, and discussion of religion or politics does not take place within the lodge. Continental style Freemasonry or Liberal style Freemasonry which has continued to evolve beyond these restrictions, particularly regarding religious belief and political discussion. Women's Freemasonry or Co-Freemasonry, which includes organisations that either admit women exclusively (such as the Order of Women Freemasons and the Honourable Fraternity of Ancient Masons in the UK) or accept both men and women (such as Le Droit Humain or Universal Co-Masonry). Women Freemasonry groups can lean Conservative or Liberal, requiring a religion or not as determined by their Grand Orient or Obedience. All three traditions have evolved over time from their original forms and can all refer to themselves as Regular and to other Grand Lodges as Irregular. The basic, local organisational unit of Freemasonry is the Lodge. These private Lodges are usually supervised at the regional level by a Grand Lodge or a Grand Orient.
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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 86000079. It was listed on January 16, 1986.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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When was Masonic Building listed on the National Register?
Masonic Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 16, 1986.
What type of historic resource is Masonic Building?
Masonic Building is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Masonic Building?
The period of significance for Masonic Building is recorded as the industrial era.
Can I research the history near Masonic Building?
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