Scottish Rite Temple
Built 1871-72 as an opera house by Austin Turn Verein, a German social society. Used for gymnastics, feasting and dancing, it was a social center for years. Purchased in 1912 for Ben Hur Shrine Temple and remodeled, blending Southwest and Mission style architecture with Arabic accents. Transferred in 1914 to Scottish Rite bodies of Austin who allow other Masonic groups to meet here. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1967
30.2800° N, 97.7405° W
Where to Find It
Austin Scottish Rite Theater, SE corner 18th and Lavaca streets
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi S Austin Lodge No. 12, A.F. & A.M. Austin
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- 0.2 mi S Luther Hall Austin
- 0.2 mi SE Diocese of Austin Austin