Masonic Temple (Springfield, Ohio)

Masonic Temple

Front and side of the temple
Location 125 W. High St., Springfield, Ohio
Coordinates 39°55′24″N 83°48′48″W / 39.92333°N 83.81333°W / 39.92333; -83.81333Coordinates: 39°55′24″N 83°48′48″W / 39.92333°N 83.81333°W / 39.92333; -83.81333
Built 1927
Architect Howard Dwight Smith
NRHP Reference # 08001195[1]
Added to NRHP December 17, 2008

The Masonic Temple is a historic structure in Springfield, Ohio, United States. Located along High Street in downtown Springfield,[1] the temple was designed by Howard Dwight Smith and the firm of Miller & Reeves. Local Freemasons have met at the temple since construction was finished in 1927.[2]

The temple was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008.[1][3] In nominating the temple for inclusion on the Register, the Ohio Historical Society highlighted its significance as the home of the oldest fraternal organization in Springfield.[2]

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