Pythian Castle
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member GentleWhisper
N 37° 13.273 W 093° 16.119
15S E 476165 N 4119446
Originally built in 1913 as an orphanage by the Knights of Pythias and later owned by the US military for over 50 years, this unique castle structure has been renovated and is now open to the public.
Waymark Code: WM1MD
Location: Missouri, United States
Date Posted: 09/18/2005
Published By:Groundspeak Charter Member The Hornet
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1451 E. Pythian St.
Springfield, MO
417-865-1464

Season: Year-round
Hours: Tuesday & Thursday 5:30 p.m. & Saturday 3:30 p.m. or by appt.
Admission: $5 per person, kids 12 and under free
Swing and ballroom lessons, dances, murder mystery nights, holiday parties and other special events occur regularly. Tours available.
Accessibility: Partial access

Condition: Intact

Admission Charge?: yes

Website: [Web Link]
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