Scottish Rite Temple, Wichita
The Scottish Rite Temple is one of the most beautiful, unique and oldest buildings in Wichita. It was established between 1887 and 1888. It is a wonderful model of Richardsonian Romanesque architectural style. It is enriched by unique characteristics like archways, curved porch entrances and its considerable size. Until 1898 the building was used by the Young Men's Christian Association because it was bought by the Scottish Rite Masonic Organization, from which it got its name.It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972.
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Scottish Rite Temple on Map
Sight Name: Scottish Rite Temple
Sight Location: Wichita, USA (See walking tours in Wichita)
Sight Type: Religious
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Sight Location: Wichita, USA (See walking tours in Wichita)
Sight Type: Religious
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Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.7 Km or 3.5 Miles
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.7 Km or 3.5 Miles