Architecture1915

Knights of Pythias Temple (Chestnut Street YMCA)

by Henry Wolters

928-932 W Chestnut St, Louisville, KY 40203

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Built in 1914–15 by an African American fraternal order at a cost of $130,000. Held a theater, drugstore, hotel, and offices serving Black professionals during segregation. Listed on the National Register.

Knights of Pythias Temple (Chestnut Street YMCA)

928-932 W Chestnut St, Louisville, KY 40203

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Year Built: 1915
Architect: Henry Wolters
Style: Commercial
Period: Progressive Era
Era: 1915

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