Fullerton in Orange County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Fullerton Masonic Temple
Photographed by Craig Baker, September 27, 2023
1. Fullerton Masonic Temple Marker
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior. Built 1919, rehabilitated 1996.
Plaque placed by Fullerton Heritage.
City of Fullerton Local Landmark No. 43, Masonic Temple, built 1920.
Plaque placed by Fullerton Heritage 2007.
Erected 1996 by Fullerton Heritage. (Marker Number 43.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Fraternal or Sororal Organizations. A significant historical year for this entry is 1919.
Location. 33° 52.455′ N, 117° 55.472′ W. Marker is in Fullerton, California, in Orange County. It is at the intersection of Harbor Boulevard and Chapman Avenue, on the left when traveling north on Harbor Boulevard. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 501 N Harbor Blvd, Fullerton CA 92832, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Greater Los Angeles and in the Peninsular Ranges. It is also on the American Pacific Coast. Globally, it is in North America, on the Ring of Fire, in the Pacific Rim, in the Western Hemisphere, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain and also Mexicos Alta California.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Westwood Apartments (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); California Hotel (about 600 feet away); Chapman Building (about 700 feet away); Schumacher Building (approx. 0.2 miles away); Fullerton Library (approx. 0.2 miles away); El Camino Real (approx. 0.2 miles away); Fullerton Union High School Auditorium (approx. Ό mile away); Dewella Apartments (approx. Ό mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Fullerton.
Regarding Fullerton Masonic Temple.
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equally impressive. The Masonic Lodge was a social institution and the center of important social activities and charitable events in Fullerton, especially during the first 50 years of the twentieth century. Many of the city's prominent men belonged to this organization, and as the groups associated with Masons grew over the years, Fullerton for a time had more lodges and chapters than any other community in Orange County.
With its membership beginning to decline in the 1950s, the Masons found it increasingly difficult to maintain and improve the building and, in 1993 they sold the property. The current owners completely rehabilitated the building in 1995, restoring the exterior and many interior elements including the grand meeting room/lodge and the Batchelder tiles. Their sensitive restoration and adaptive reuse as Spring
Photographed by Craig Baker, September 27, 2023
2. Fullerton Masonic Temple Marker
-from a display inside the lobby.
Photographed by Craig Baker, September 27, 2023
3. Fullerton Masonic Temple and Markers
The markers are at the base of the round columns.
Photographed by Craig Baker, September 27, 2023
4. Fullerton Masonic Temple Information
Display inside building.
Photographed by Craig Baker, September 27, 2023
5. Plaque Unveiling Notice - 1996
Display inside building.
Photographed by Craig Baker, September 27, 2023
6. Masonic Temple & Fox Theatre
Display inside building.
Photographed by Craig Baker, September 27, 2023
7. Fox Fullerton Theatre
Located across the street. Built in 1925.
Credits. This page was last revised on October 25, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 25, 2023, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. This page has been viewed 829 times since then and 74 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. submitted on October 25, 2023, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California.
