Save Masonic Lodge #238 - Dalton, GA
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Help save a unique piece of Dalton's history!
Masonic Lodge #238 stands at what was once a thriving commercial intersection at the heart of Dalton’s African American community. Featuring distinctive details, the lodge, built in 1915, offered commercial space on the ground floor while the second floor served as the Masonic meeting hall for African American members. The lodge formed a vital part of the fabric of a small but vibrant community that included a doctor’s office, a beauty shop, a funeral parlor, and school.
The building has deteriorated significantly in recent years, leading to a loss of much of the interior. Stabilization of the structure is urgent to enable its potential rehabilitation. With recent growth in downtown Dalton, including a museum in the former school across the street, there is hope and support throughout the city for saving the lodge.
These funds will stabilize the building, complete a new roof, and allow the property to be utilized once again.
***The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation serves as the fiscal agent for this fundraiser.***
Masonic Lodge #238 stands at what was once a thriving commercial intersection at the heart of Dalton’s African American community. Featuring distinctive details, the lodge, built in 1915, offered commercial space on the ground floor while the second floor served as the Masonic meeting hall for African American members. The lodge formed a vital part of the fabric of a small but vibrant community that included a doctor’s office, a beauty shop, a funeral parlor, and school.
The building has deteriorated significantly in recent years, leading to a loss of much of the interior. Stabilization of the structure is urgent to enable its potential rehabilitation. With recent growth in downtown Dalton, including a museum in the former school across the street, there is hope and support throughout the city for saving the lodge.
These funds will stabilize the building, complete a new roof, and allow the property to be utilized once again.
***The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation serves as the fiscal agent for this fundraiser.***
Organiser and beneficiary
Ben Sutton
Organiser
Dalton, GA
Dana Ponder
Beneficiary