Medinah Temple

Chicago, United States

Open to visitors

The interior is normally open, possibly ticketed.

Strollie cannot guarantee access — always check before you travel.

On the Near North Side of Chicago at 600 North Wabash Avenue, the Medinah Temple stands as a striking example of Moorish Revival architecture. Built in 1912 by architects Huehl and Schmidt for the Medinah Shriners, the structure combines terracotta and brick to evoke the ornamental vocabulary of Islamic design. Originally conceived as headquarters for the fraternal organization, it featured a large auditorium and meeting spaces befitting its ceremonial purpose. The building was designated a Chicago Landmark in 2000, recognizing its architectural and historical significance in the city's urban fabric.