The 216 East Washington Boulevard Foundation was created to preserve a Fort Wayne Landmark
The Fort Wayne Masonic Temple (or Freemasons Hall) is one of the few remaining examples of Neo-classical structures in Fort Wayne. Because of it’s architectural and cultural significance, the building was placed on the National Register of Historical Places in 1991.
Established in 1992, the 216 East Washington Boulevard Foundation, or The 216 as it is commonly known, was established for the preservation and maintenance of the building.
Thanks to the efforts of members, contributors, and benefactors, the Foundation has been able to award grants to the Temple for 34 years, allowing the building to remain as a landmark in the city and open for the public to enjoy.
As a 501 (c) 3 charitable organization, contributions qualify as tax deductible gifts.
The architect
Charles Weatherhogg designed the Fort Wayne Masonic Temple for the Associated Masonic Trustees in 1922. They still own and operate the building today.
Weatherhogg designed many buildings throughout the city of Fort Wayne, and Northeast Indiana. These include Northside High School, the Journal Gazette building, Harrison Hill Elementary, and the demolished Anthony Hotel.