Humanity Lodge Building - Lyons, New York
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member PTCrazy
N 43° 05.204 W 076° 59.881
18T E 337371 N 4772383
This building serves as the Humanity Lodge F&AM for the Village of Lyons, New York. It was erected in 1834.
Waymark Code: WM42P9
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 06/28/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member Saddlesore1000
Views: 3

Formerly the Masonic Home, from 1893 through 1983, where nearly 1,000 orphans were given shelter and care at the Home. On December 12th of 1952, it became the home of the Masonic Lodge Humanity #406.
Earliest Recorded Date of Construction: 01/01/1834

Architectural Period/Style: Classical Revival

Type of Building e.g. Country House, Stately Home, Manor:
Stately Home


Interesting Historical Facts or Connections:
This was originally an orphanage funded by the local Masons, before becoming the Masonic Lodge.


Main Material of Construction: Brick

Private/Public Access: Private

Related Website: [Web Link]

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Additional Dates of Construction: Not listed

Architect (if known): Not listed

Landscape Designer (if known): Not listed

Listed Building Status (if applicable): Not listed

Admission Fee (if applicable): Not Listed

Opening Hours (if applicable): Not listed

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