Masonic Building

251 NE 3rd Street  |  Built 1913

The Masonic building, built in 1913 is a square, and relatively simple three-story brick structure, facing south on the corner of Third and Cowls Streets.

The cornerstone reads: “Union Lodge No. 48 A F & A M laid by M.W. Grand Master October 18, 1913.” It replaced an earlier Masonic Hall, which was a smaller, two-story Italianate brick structure occupied by Bishop Clothiers.

The building has usually featured a large ground floor retail presence. David M. Nayberger operated the first of these; a mercantile store until 1930. The building currently houses Harvest Fresh, a natural grocery store and a popular spot for locals to grab lunch. The second floor has offices, and the Masonic lodge hall continues to occupy the third floor.  

For images of the the property, and further details, check out the link below:

Historic Resources Inventory Documentation