📜 Imposing Masonic temple, built 1911-1915, inspired by the Tomb of Mausolus. 🔍 Houses a library with over 250,000 works of Masonic literature, and was the first public library in D.C.# Why Go🏛️ Admire magnificent Greek/Egyptian marble designs and vaulted ceilings📚 Explore one of D.C.'s first public libraries🚶 Enjoy free public tours to discover its history and architecture# Getting There🚇 Accessible via D.C. Metro's Dupont Circle or U Street Stations (approximate half-mile walk).# Cost💰 Admission is free.# Hours🕒 Public tours available Monday through Thursday.