Amazing architecture. I assume this in reference to the Masonic Lodge. This is a must see for anyone traveling near Guthrie. Also houses the gov't buildings for the first state government of Oklahoma.
You can feel the conspiracy theories oozing from the grounds.... Very cool architecture, but no visiting hours?
From miles away as one travels toward Guthrie, the Temple of the Guthrie Valley of he Scottish Rite of Freemasonry can be seen. It is done in the style of a Greek temple. As the tour groups make their way through, they are shown points of great interest both architecturely and historically. The temple was originally the capital building for the territory and then the state of Olahoma. After the capital was moved in 1910, it was acquired by the Masonic fraternity and beautified to its current splendor. There are three stained glass windows made with a technique that has been lost to the ages. There is room in which all fixtures including the hinges are solid gold. I couldn't possibly cover all of the wonders to be seen in this building. Make the trip to Guthrie and give the tour a couple of hours, you won't be sorry.
Interesting Masonic Temple which has interesting museum. One of those place one should see but need not go back for a second look.
As a retired businessman, former engineer and general construction master journeyman, I have a special way of looking at the displays in this amazing building. Many of the trade crafts and arts on display are now lost. It had been awhile since I was there but there were then and I am sure now, rooms in which the architecture, crafts and engineering of the ancient civilizations are on display. Most of the people who did it are long ago deceased. If you want to see living history to scale, do not miss the opportunity to see this masterpiece.
Well worth a tour. Just an incredible edifice. The building has rooms dedicated to different periods of history, two auditoriums, windows designed by an alchemist and a friendly and welcoming staff of Freemasons who are excited to share their building.
My wife and I were traveling near Guthrie and decided to stop by the Scottish Rite Masonic Temple. I remember seeing the building from downtown Guthrie when I was in Job Corp around 30 years ago, but I never check it out. The building was originally constructed to serve as Oklahoma’s capitol, and was built in 1919. There are tours available, but we arrived too late for a tour. It was interesting to look at the architecture, with the Doric columns and other elements of Greek architecture. If you are in the area, this is an interesting place to visit. If you have a question about this review, or any other places I have visited, feel free to send me a message.
This is a fascinating piece of architecture, art and stained glass in the middle of Oklahoma. Would have been great had the tour guide not been in such a rush.
Huge events and stuff like that its the place to have it , local restaurants to cater food if needed excellent choices for the area
Even if you are not a Mason this building is a MUST do if you are in the area. Built in 1921 by architect Catherine Davidson, this 300,000 sq ft palace is an amazing depiction of Greek, Italian, English, and Phoenician architecture designs. Our tour guide Bob Broadway was terrific and took us on a 2 hour journey packed with stories and anecdotes about the architect and persons who had spent time in the building. The tour only costs $5, and was certainly worth every cent!!! Even after nearly 100 years, many of the rooms are still in original paint, and look GREAT. Others have been lovingly restored.