[2] The grand building was erected in 1910-11 in the prairie style of architecture[dubious – discuss] using ancient Egyptian-themed symbols.

The entrance was a large battered architrave featuring a massive transom atop short columns in the Egyptian revival style.

The structure was constructed using steel reinforced concrete and stuccoed brick exterior walls with terracotta ornamentation.

[2] A fabricated metal cornice incorporating a geometric design projected above the third floor windows on the front and sides of the buildings, which was noted as a Sullivanesque ornament to emphasize a horizontal aspect.

Oil-painted murals illustrated the Freemasons’ and Shriners’ history, with scenes of Jesus, King Solomon and Mecca.

The auditorium's ceiling was painted dark blue and imbedded with hundreds of pieces of glass that would reflect light, giving the appearance of stars.

They wanted more space and room to park, plus "too many of their members were getting mugged leaving at night" according to Hugh Powell, the building's current owner.