The Athelstan Club

The Athelstan Club, formerly The Athelstan Masonic Temple, is a private gentlemen's club in Mobile, Alabama, US, founded in 1873, tracing its roots to a Masonic lodge established in 1870.

"They are made of silk, satin, and brocade or plain cotton, in the Princess shape often having a Watteau plait with capes, large hood called a "bahoo", and wide sleeves.

They are designed to slip over someone's attire easily, and hide it completely.

"[3][4] The domino costume represented intrigue, adventure, conspiracy, and mystery, four elements that were a distinct part of the masquerade atmosphere.

Its clubhouse has held lavish balls, regular daily lunches, monthly dinners, and business & social functions.

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The Athelstan Club 1903, 158 St Francis Street
Athelstan Club Mobile Alabama The Montgomery Advertiser Sun Jan 31 1909
Athelstan Double Rush Birmingham Post Herald Fri Feb 11 1966
Athelstan Club 1875 Mobile Alabama