House of the Temple

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House of the Temple

Artifacts from Robert Burns and J. Edgar Hoover

1733 16th Street NorthWest
Washington DC 20009
+1 202 232 3579
http://www.srmason-sj.org/

Located in Dupont Circle, the House of the Temple is considered one of the most beautiful monuments in the city. The Masonic shrine resembles the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus. Tours are offered daily. The museum displays artifacts from Robert Burns and J. Edgar Hoover, among others. Of particular interest is the main reading room of the library, which features antique two-story ladders, a vast selection of material and heavy cushioned chairs for reading and relaxation. This was the first 'public library' in DC. Admission is free.

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