Details for Scottish Rite Cathedral

Historical Marker — Atlas Number 5029004612

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Marker Number 4612
Atlas Number 5029004612
Marker Title Scottish Rite Cathedral
Index Entry Scottish Rite Cathedral
Address 308 East Avenue E
City San Antonio
County Bexar
UTM Zone 14
UTM Easting 550604
UTM Northing 3255017
Subject Codes fraternal organizations; buildings; Classical Revival (architectural style); design and construction
Marker Year 1987
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark Yes
Marker Location
Private Property No
Marker Condition In Situ
Marker Size 27" x 42"
Marker Text Scottish Rite Masonry in San Antonio dates to 1912, when a charter was granted by the Soverign Grand Inspector General of Texas. The orgnization grew slowly until World War I, when many soldiers stationed in San Antonio became members. This site was purchased in 1919,and plans were made to erect a new temple. Construction began in 1922 on this structure. Completed two years later at a cost of $1.5 million, the Cathedral was dedicated in June 1924. It soon became the center of Masonic activities for South Texas. Features of the five-and-one-half story clasical revival temple include an imposing gable front bay, eight Corinthian fluted columns a terra cotta frieze on the primary temple building, and stepped central mass. The elaboarately sculpted bronze front doors, executed over two-year period by noted artist Pompeo Coppini (1870-1957), feature figures of George Washington and Sam Houston, both members of the Masonic fraternity. The Scottish Rite Cathedral has been a San Antonio attraction since its construction. In recent years it has become a center for the performing arts and other cultural activties. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1987

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