Larger Than Life – Oakland, CA Hot Spots
Scottish Rite Temple
Since its groundbreaking in 1927, the Oakland Scottish Rite Center has loomed over Lake Merritt, an edifice to the secret society of masonry that has remained a force in Oakland since the city was founded over 150 years ago.
Lobby of the theater upstairs.
Elaborate curtains of the theater.
Some sort of ritualistic throne room.
33° is the highest level of masonry. These "33" doors flank the stage on both sides.
Oakland Scottish Rite Center
1547 Lakeside Drive, Oakland
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