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Iowa Masonic Library
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Masonic Library and Museum Library

Iowa Masonic Library and Museum is ideally situated on First Avenue South East and remains one of the world's biggest Masonic libraries. The library building was built in the year 1884 and currently houses three extensive assemblages.

Website: grandlodgeofiowa.org

Phone: (319) 365-1438

Cross Streets: Near the intersection of 1st Ave SE and 1st Ave NE/8th St NE/8th St SE

813 1st Ave SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52402-5001 ·702.81 mi

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Tripadvisor traveler CSSnowshoer 03/25/19

Its an interesting, funky little museum. I gather that most of the collection was donated by Iowa members. There was an interesting selection of Native American artifacts with items I have never seen before, as well as ones local to Iowa. Also collections of shoes, vases, pots and whatever. Good for a rainy day or when you want to do something different in Cedar Rapids. The staff is very nice, and will explain all about the Masons if you ask.

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Tripadvisor traveler Milton H 12/12/18

Accompanied by a guide we toured the Masonic Library and Museum. He was kind to explain to us a lot of things and it was interesting to see how many valuable objects are collected there, from Masons who traveled the world and those who possessed historical weapons, swords and other artifacts.

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Tripadvisor traveler 123rtyu 10/02/18

This is an interesting historic museum with displays and artifacts many will find fascinating. You will be shown around by knowledgeable guides telling the history of the city and the area.

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Tripadvisor traveler Marcia M 04/29/18

This beautiful library and museum is small enough to not tire a person out but contains many quirky and interesting items!!

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Tripadvisor traveler SimpsonTide985 01/16/17

My great uncle was a Mason but I knew very little about what he did or about the Masonic community in general. I visited the museum just out of curiosity and was quite impressed with the rich history and the items that have been recovered and put on display. I'm interested now in learning more about the society.

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