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House of the Temple, Washington, DC

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House of the Temple

Masonic temple in Washington, D.C., that houses the headquarters of the Scottish Rite's Southern Jurisdiction in the U.S.

1733 16th St. NW, Washington, DC 20009 · Washington, DC

About House of the Temple

The House of the Temple is a Masonic building in Washington, D.C. It serves as the central office for the Southern Jurisdiction of the Scottish Rite. The museum section of the organization's website lists areas for visitors, including an archive, a history of the building, a library, visit planning information, and a virtual tour.

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