Masonic Home for Children

Masonic Home for Children was a facility with multiple buildings spread across a large property in Alexandria that provided shelter and education to children in need. The complex included various structures designed to accommodate residential, educational, and recreational spaces for its residents.

The facility was founded in 1925 by Louisiana Masons and operated as a children's home until its closure in 1994. It received National Register listing in 1987, marking its significance to the region's charitable history.

The institution embodied Masonic values centered on supporting disadvantaged children through education and care. This mission shaped how the place functioned and what it meant to the local community.

The site is no longer operational and public access is limited as it is currently undergoing private development. Historical information can be researched through the Louisiana Division of Historic Preservation and their database records.

Although no longer operating as a children's home, the site's architecture and basic layout remain visible, offering insight into early 20th century approaches to child care. Its transformation from active operation to redevelopment reflects how community needs shifted over the decades.

Location: Louisiana

GPS coordinates: 31.25944,-92.47806

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:00