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Historic Masonic Center Located in Downtown Jacksonville. Chartered in 1893 having an Egyptian Decore. right down to Sarcophagi, Stone hieroglyphics, a 700-seat Theater, Dinning Hall with stage, lighting and sound along with a commercial Kitchen. The Front Lobby ideal for greeting guests, a VIP room for gatherings & Bridal Suite. The breath-taking replica of Luxor Pyramid's entrance welcomes you to the Main Theater
Directly across the street, City park with Stone structure ideal for Weddings that want to be outdoors. Then, will take you right to our Grand Entrance with its giant 20ft tall brass doors that lead you into the main Auditorium, where any performing band would love to perform.
Our Dinning Hall is well equipped with 360-degree camera's big screens. Sound activated lighting DJ's love to perform on our runway stage and marque.
We have our own in-House Chef "First Love Brewing" who can cater your event! Everything in one place.
133+ years in business
Speaks English, Spanish
Small team (2-10 members)
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Ballroom
Historic Venue
Library
Museum
Park
Religious Setting
Temple
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Bar Rental
Cakes & Desserts
Cupcakes
Other Desserts
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Food & Catering
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
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Rube lopze wash 5.0
7/13/26
I've been here for private events .
Debra Rider 5.0
9/30/25
Getting ready to perform a tribute show at the Scottish Rite Theatre. Got a tour with all the history. Yes, one of Jacksonville's historical landmarks 100 years old, Egyptian Revival. It is awe inspiring! Can't wait to go back, and show off thi...
s wonderful venue. November 9, 2025.
scott hamilton 5.0
7/30/26
My wife and I went to see Big Engine perform on July 18 during the open house. I have to say, the inside of the building was truly amazing—so much history!
I've lived in Jacksonville my entire life and have passed this building hundreds of tim...
es while working downtown, yet I never realized how beautiful it is.
Everyone we met was incredibly friendly and welcoming. This building is truly a hidden gem!
Thank you for the tour and for opening such an incredible place to the community.
P.S. Y'all need to hold more shows there! We'd definitely be back!
Jeanette Marlier 5.0
4/02/26
Love the history in this building. Its so beautiful inside. Great theater space!! And Starting a library soon.
Karseim Hanshaw 1.0
12/28/25
That area can be a bit better like cleaner it seem like the building is there just for show and they need they own parking lot because when other lots filled up no one can not park in their lot cause they will call police and say that you tres...
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