First Masonic Temple 1903 (≈ 1903)
Installation of the first temple in Saint-Dié.
13 février 1997
Registration for historical monuments
Registration for historical monuments 13 février 1997 (≈ 1997)
Partial protection of the building and its decorations.
1ère moitié du XXe siècle
Construction of the current temple
Construction of the current temple 1ère moitié du XXe siècle (≈ 2007)
Replacement of the first temple after the First War.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Room with decorations, canvases, stained glass and paintings (see AW 51): inscription by order of 13 February 1997
Key figures
Furst - Architect-Decorator
Designer of the current Masonic temple.
Jacques Gruber - Glass painter
Author of the decorative window of the temple.
Origin and history
The Masonic temple of Saint-Dié-des-Vosges was built in the first half of the twentieth century to replace a first temple installed in 1903. This new building, built after the First World War, was designed by architect-decorator Furst and embellished by a glass window by Jacques Gruber. Its architecture and interior decorations reflect the values and symbols of Freemasonry, with iconic elements such as compass, square, star and mallet.
The building has been partially listed as historic monuments since February 13, 1997, recognizing its heritage value. The protection specifically concerns the room with its decorations, canvases, stained glass and paintings. This temple illustrates the importance of Freemasonry in the region and its architectural heritage, while highlighting the work of local artists such as Jacques Gruber, known for his glass creations.
Located at 64 rue des Travailleurs in Saint-Dié-des-Vosges, this temple is now owned by an association. Its location and history make it an emblematic place of the city, reflecting the evolution of cultural and social practices in the Vosges at the beginning of the 20th century. The accuracy of its location is considered satisfactory, and it remains a point of interest for those passionate about history and Masonic heritage.
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