06/04/2026
Only in Salado could saving history involve splitting a building in half...
Salado Historical Marker #23 - Salado Masonic Lodge
Tucked away on South Church Street is one of Salado's most fascinating historic treasures. The Salado Masonic Lodge has been part of village life since receiving its charter in 1867.
For decades, First Baptist Church occupied the first floor while the Masons met upstairs. When the church needed more space in the early 1960s, the solution was simple: split the building in two! The lodge hall was carefully moved to its present location—a creative solution that preserved both the building and its story.
The Masons still meet in this historic building, and still serve the community to this day through their popular American flag program that not only helps Salado residents proudly display flags on patriotic holidays but uses the funds to support local charities.
Salado—where every historic building has a story to tell. Come visit us and make Salado part of YOUR story!
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For more of the Salado Story, visit:
https://www.visitsaladotexas.com/historical-sites-tour/
For more info on the Masonic Lodge flag program:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064899573697