Event Brief
Knoxville 1872 Masonic Temple faces demolition
Filed: Aug 06, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
Summary: City review continues after a June application to demolish the 1872 Masonic Temple at 505 Locust St.
WHO: City of Knoxville; applicant seeking demolition of the Masonic Temple
WHAT: A request to demolish the historic Masonic Temple at 505 Locust Street
WHEN: Aug 06, 2026 at 12:08 PM ET
WHERE: 505 Locust Street, Knoxville, Tennessee
WHY: A demolition application was filed with the city, and the permit is pending review.
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