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Masonic Temple of Detroit
Categories: Venues & Event Spaces, Performing Arts [Edit]
Neighborhoods: Cass Corridor, Midtown500 Temple St
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 832-7100
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4 reviews for Masonic Temple of Detroit
This is one of the most beautiful buildings I've ever seen a wedding in. It is extremely ornate, large, gorgeous. The wedding had cost a pretty penny but I feel it was worth it. It was definitely memorable, and the Crystal Ballroom was well named.
I also just have an adoration for historic buildings -- and you know those damned masons -- what an interesting bunch.
A good friend of mine was married at the Masonic Temple. Having never been to MTD before, I was in for a pleasant surprise.
You get a good feel for the history and culture of the masons in this place. I've been in a few Masonic Temples before, and this is by far the most beautiful place for a wedding I've ever been to.
The chapel is massive and beautifully ornamented. I have no idea how many people it can accommodate, but this wedding had over 400 guests - the largest wedding I've ever been too! The pictures taken after the marriage turned out amazing... I can attribute that, at least in part, to the architecture of the chapel.
The Crystal Ballroom is where the receptions take place. It's on the bottom floor of the place, but you wouldn't know it to look at it that it's technically a basement. It's a massive, two-level ballroom that has a large stage and dance floor at one end.
The tables, staff, and food were all great. I'm sure a full open bar and a Polka band didn't help. Talk about a wedding singer!
How can you explain that a place was beautiful all around? I have not one bad thing to say about this place.
If you're looking for a place to have a wedding, forget about anywhere else in Michigan... seriously. This is where it's at!
Magnificent appearance on the exterior and interior. Just off the Cass Corridor not too far from downtown, the building stands alone like a castle. The mid-size seating capacity (about) makes it an ideal venue for musicals (I've seen Hairspray here) and concerts in a specific genre.
The area around the theatre is pretty much deserted, except for a few bars (e.g. Temple Bar).
The Masonic Temple is pretty historic to Detroit and is used for many things, such as Weddings or Events. I have been a lot in my past to actual Theater pieces, such as the Lion King and Phantom of Opera. The theater is pretty large and definitely architecturally awesome. Lots of people, including myself, love the atmosphere here, which is pretty sophisticated (sometimes a rarity in Detroit). I will say that the parking is a hassle! As of the last time I went, they only had 1 major parking lot. Be prepared to park along side streets and walk!!