Giddings in Lee County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
J. D. Giddings Lodge No. 280, A. F. & A. M.
Photographed By Larry D. Moore, August 5, 2021
1. J. D. Giddings Lodge No. 280, A. F. & A. M. Marker
Inscription.
J. D. Giddings Lodge No. 280, A. F. and A. M.. . Chartered by the Grand Lodge of Texas in 1865, this Masonic Lodge had its beginnings in the community of Evergreen (about 5 mi. N). Relocated to the new town of Giddings in 1872 after the railroad bypassed Evergreen, the lodge has played an important part in the civic life of its adopted city. Over the years, lodge facilities have been shared with the public schools, as well as with a number of community organizations and governmental agencies. A new lodge hall was built at this site in 1969-70. The lodge continues to be an active part of the community.
Chartered by the Grand Lodge of Texas in 1865, this Masonic Lodge had its beginnings in the community of Evergreen (about 5 mi. N). Relocated to the new town of Giddings in 1872 after the railroad bypassed Evergreen, the lodge has played an important part in the civic life of its adopted city. Over the years, lodge facilities have been shared with the public schools, as well as with a number of community organizations and governmental agencies. A new lodge hall was built at this site in 1969-70. The lodge continues to be an active part of the community.
Erected 1990 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 8153.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Fraternal or Sororal Organizations. A significant historical year for this entry is 1865.
Location. 30° 10.903′ N, 96° 56.135′ W. Marker is in Giddings, Texas, in Lee County. Marker is at the intersection of East Hempstead Street and South Leon Street, on the right when traveling west on East Hempstead Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 287 E Hempstead St, Giddings TX 78942, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. First Presbyterian Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Fletcher Home (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Lee County Courthouse
Credits. This page was last revised on August 7, 2021. It was originally submitted on August 7, 2021, by Larry D. Moore of Del Valle, Texas. This page has been viewed 176 times since then and 23 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on August 7, 2021, by Larry D. Moore of Del Valle, Texas.
