Morocco Temple, Masonic temple in Jacksonville, United States
Morocco Temple is a Masonic temple in Jacksonville featuring three levels and a 1,500-seat auditorium, distinguished by its steel-reinforced concrete structure with brick walls and terracotta ornaments. The building is wrapped in a stucco exterior and now houses various office spaces.
The temple was designed and built between 1910 and 1911 by architect Henry John Klutho. The building earned recognition on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.
The interior spaces display mosaic floors and Egyptian-inspired symbols that reflect the building's connection to Freemasonry. Visitors can still observe these decorative details throughout various areas today.
The building now houses various office tenants after the Shriners relocated to the suburbs in the 1980s. Access to certain areas may vary depending on current occupancy and business hours.
The auditorium ceiling contains hundreds of glass pieces arranged to create a night sky effect. Two elegantly curved floating staircases lead to the balcony level and represent a distinctive architectural feature.
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