National Register of Historic Places

Algeria Shrine Temple

Helena, Lewis and Clark County, Montana
Listed
April 13, 1988
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
88000434

About this property

The historic Algeria Shrine Temple, now also known as the Helena Civic Center, is a Moorish Revival building in Helena, Montana that was built in 1920. The building served as a meeting hall for the Algeria Shriners and had civic functions. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places (under the shrine name) in 1988. The National Register's database records "Historic subfunctions" that include "meeting hall" for the place. Today, the building has a 1925-seat auditorium and a 15,000 sq. ft. ballroom/exhibition hall. As of 2012, it is owned and operated by the City of Helena and available for banquets, craft shows, dances, weddings, trade shows and conferences.

Location

Helena, Lewis and Clark County, Montana
46.59524, -112.04000

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Sources

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Questions about this property

When was Algeria Shrine Temple listed on the National Register?

Algeria Shrine Temple was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 13, 1988.

What type of historic resource is Algeria Shrine Temple?

Algeria Shrine Temple is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Algeria Shrine Temple?

The period of significance for Algeria Shrine Temple is recorded as the industrial era.

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