National Register of Historic Places

Madison Masonic Temple

Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin
Listed
September 12, 1990
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
90001456

About this property

The Madison Masonic Temple is a masonic temple located in Madison, Wisconsin. Designed by Madison architects James R. and Edward J. Law in 1915 and redesigned after World War I in 1922, the temple was built during 1923 to 1925. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1990. It is a three-story building with four colossal columns in its front facade, with its three main entrances set back from them. It is 112 by 182 feet (34 m × 55 m) in plan and has a large, 1200-plus seat auditorium in its rear section. The auditorium and other spaces are used by the public for rehearsals and performances.

Location

301 Wisconsin Ave.
Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin
43.07758, -89.38681

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When was Madison Masonic Temple listed on the National Register?

Madison Masonic Temple was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 12, 1990.

What type of historic resource is Madison Masonic Temple?

Madison Masonic Temple is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Madison Masonic Temple?

The period of significance for Madison Masonic Temple is recorded as the industrial era.

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