National Register of Historic Places

Pythian Home of Missouri

Springfield, Greene County, Missouri
Listed
October 6, 2009
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
09000812

About this property

The Pythian Home of Missouri, also known as Pythian Castle, in Springfield, Missouri, was built in 1913 by the Knights of Pythias and later owned by the U.S. military. German and Italian prisoners-of-war were assigned here during World War II for medical treatment and as laborers. Some prisoners were kept in the detached powerhouse and laundry room behind the castle. The laundry room is still owned by the U.S. Army. The building was listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places on October 7, 2009. It is privately owned and open to the public for tours by appointment.

Location

1451 E. Pythian St.
Springfield, Greene County, Missouri
37.22316, -93.26901

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When was Pythian Home of Missouri listed on the National Register?

Pythian Home of Missouri was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 6, 2009.

What type of historic resource is Pythian Home of Missouri?

Pythian Home of Missouri is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Pythian Home of Missouri?

The period of significance for Pythian Home of Missouri is recorded as the industrial era.

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