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Masonic Temple (old) - Exterior photos

The Masonic Temple in 1919

The Masonic Temple in 1919

A detail of the cornice and red terra cotta details

Detroiters gather at the Masonic Temple for a Shriners event in this undated photo.

A group of Shriners gather on the steps of the Masonic Temple with a pair of bear cubs.

The main entrance to the Masonic Temple on First Street

The Masonic Temple's main entrance

The main entrance

The main entrance to the Masonic Temple in 1919

The entrance in 1919

Knights Templar gather outside the Masonic Temple in this undated photo.

Knights Templar gather outside the Masonic Temple in this undated photo.