Douglas Lodge #12, F& AM
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member brwhiz
N 39° 00.216 W 119° 50.782
11S E 253519 N 4321031
This Historical Marker is mounted on the front of the Douglas Masonic Lodge at 2286 Main Street in Genoa, Nevada.
Waymark Code: WMFM27
Location: Nevada, United States
Date Posted: 11/01/2012
Published By:Groundspeak Charter Member Uncle Alaska
Views: 6

This Masonic Lodge was one of the first in what is now the state of Nevada. It has met continuously in the same building since November of 1873.
Marker Title (required): Douglas Lodge #12, F& AM

Marker Text (required):
Chartered on September 17, 1868 by the newly created Grand Lodge of Nevada, their first Worshipful Master was Robert W. Bollen. In early 1873 they purchased this building in a partially finished condition. It was subsequently completed in November of 1873. Dedicated and occupied. On this, their 125th anniversary, they have continuously held their meetings in this edifice.


County (required): Douglas

Marker Type (required): Metal Plaque

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Is Marker Damaged? (required): No

Other Damage Type (optional): None

URL - Website (optional): [Web Link]

Marker Number (If official State Marker from NV SHPO website above, otherwise leave blank): Not Listed

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