Grandview in Johnson County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

Grandview Masonic Lodge

Photographed By James Hulse, April 7, 2023

1. Grandview Masonic Lodge Marker

Inscription. Chartered on Jun. 14, 1861, the Grandview Masonic Lodge is Johnson County's oldest lodge in continuous operation. It originally shared a building with the Methodist Church near current Grandview Cemetery. The lodge later relocated with the town to property owned jointly with the church, whose interest was later purchased by the Masons. This building was sold in 1893, and a new one was erected at the present location. A fire in 1920 destroyed the building, but another was soon constructed. Since its first meeting on Dec. 8, 1860, the lodge has been essential to advancing Freemasonry in the area. Today, members participate in various community activities and scholarships. 175 Years of Texas Independence 1836-2011

Erected 2011 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 16716.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Fraternal or Sororal Organizations. A significant historical date for this entry is June 14, 1861.

Location. 32° 16.211′ N, 97° 10.78′ W. Marker is in Grandview, Texas, in Johnson County. Marker is at the intersection of East Criner Street and South 3rd Street, on the left when traveling west on East Criner Street. The marker is located along the front wall of the lodge building. Touch for map.

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Marker is at or near this postal address: 206 East Criner Street, Grandview TX 76050, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 10 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Town of Grandview (a few steps from this marker); Grandview Cemetery and Original Grand View Town Site (approx. one mile away); Itasca Railroad Depot (approx. 7.6 miles away); Duke Cemetery (approx. 7.7 miles away); Site of Switzer College (approx. 7.7 miles away); First Presbyterian Church of Itasca (approx. 7.8 miles away); Ozro Cemetery (approx. 8.6 miles away); Balch-Senterwood Cemetery (approx. 9½ miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Grandview.

The view of the Grandview Masonic Lodge Marker from the street image. Click for full size.

Photographed By James Hulse, April 7, 2023

2. The view of the Grandview Masonic Lodge Marker from the street

Credits. This page was last revised on April 12, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 11, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 88 times since then and 31 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 12, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.