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Toronto West Masonic Temple
151 Annette Street, Toronto, Toronto, ON M6P 1P3
Telephone:

District: South (former City of Toronto and East York)

Architect and year:
T. McEarchen, 1909

Open:
Saturday: 10 am to 5 pm
Last admittance to building: 4:30 p.m.
Sunday: Not open

Built in 1909, the Toronto West Masonic Temple stands as one of the grandest Masonic halls in Ontario today. Constructed in the Edwardian style, the temple is richly decorated with examples of Masonic furniture, regalia, art, and stained glass. Rarely seen by the general public, the temple currently hosts several Masonic groups and their functions.

Event information:
Visitors to the Toronto West Masonic Temple will enjoy a self-guided tour that highlights many interesting elements of the building as well as Freemasonry in general. Masonic representatives will be on hand to answer questions and visitors will enjoy the rare opportunity to view an impressive collection of Masonic furniture, art and regalia. Learn about the origins of the world’s oldest fraternity, its guiding principles, and its history. A visit to the Toronto West Masonic Temple is a unique experience that should not be missed.

Other information:
Two flights of stairs, one exterior, one interior.

Photography permitted:Filming permitted:
Interior Yes     tripod: NoInteriorNo     tripod: No
ExteriorYes     tripod: NoExteriorNo     tripod: No

Getting there: Click here for map.

TTC (nearest station) Keele Bus/streetcar: 26 Dupont

Visit their web site: (None available)

Accessibility: N/A   Washrooms: Yes   Parking: Paid   Food: No   
Highlights: New this year   N/A   

 

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