National Register of Historic Places

Grand Lodge and Library of the Ancient Free and Accepted Masons

Sioux Falls, Minnehaha County, South Dakota
Listed
May 27, 1976
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
76001750

About this property

The Grand Lodge and Library of the Ancient Free and Accepted Masons in Sioux Falls, South Dakota is a building from 1924. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1976. The architects were Hugill & Blatherwick of Sioux Falls. The National Register nomination describes its importance as "the purest example of Neo-classic style in Sioux Falls. The combination of classic elements and internal structural innovations of the early twentieth century, such as steel doors and trim painted to resemble wood and a nine-ton glass floor, enhance the architectural importance of the structure. The use of steel and glass were unique at that time in the city." The building has one of the largest Masonic libraries in the United States. The library has more than 22,000 volumes. The building also has a museum on its second floor.

Location

415 S. Main Ave.
Sioux Falls, Minnehaha County, South Dakota
43.54272, -96.72866

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When was Grand Lodge and Library of the Ancient Free and Accepted Masons listed on the National Register?

Grand Lodge and Library of the Ancient Free and Accepted Masons was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 27, 1976.

What type of historic resource is Grand Lodge and Library of the Ancient Free and Accepted Masons?

Grand Lodge and Library of the Ancient Free and Accepted Masons is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Grand Lodge and Library of the Ancient Free and Accepted Masons?

The period of significance for Grand Lodge and Library of the Ancient Free and Accepted Masons is recorded as the industrial era.

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