Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Mosque, Springfield

Name: Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Mosque
Address: 601 E Saint Louis St, Springfield, 65806-2413, United States
Telephone: +1 417-869-9164

#21 among attractions in Springfield

Civic center, Historical place, Concert hall

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Facts and practical information

The Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Mosque is a building of arabesque design located in downtown Springfield, Missouri, United States. It was built in 1923 for a cost of $600,000. It is owned by the Abou Ben Adhem Shriners and for many years was the site of the annual Shrine Circus. The five-story building includes a large auditorium with seating for over 4,000. The name derives from Ibrahim ibn Adham, taken from the poem "Abou Ben Adhem" by Leigh Hunt. ()

Built: 1920 (104 years ago)Architectural style: MoorishCoordinates: 37°12'34"N, 93°17'10"W

Address

601 E Saint Louis StDowntown SpringfieldSpringfield 65806-2413 United States

Contact

+1 417-869-9164

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Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Mosque – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mediacom Ice Park, Discovery Center of Springfield, Landers Theatre, Gillioz Theatre.

~640 ftNE
Game and entertainment center, Ice rink, Sport venue
Mediacom Ice Park, Springfield
4 min walk • Jordan Valley Ice Park is a multi-purpose arena located in downtown Springfield, Missouri. The arena is owned and operated by the Springfield-Greene County Park Board and serves as a location for community recreation and the home for the Missouri State Ice Bears ice hockey team, and various youth sports programs.
~790 ftSW
Museum, Science museum
Discovery Center of Springfield, Springfield
4 min walk • The Discovery Center of Springfield in Springfield, Missouri, is an interactive, hands-on science center dedicated to inspiring curiosity and a life-long love of learning through memorable and engaging hands-on experiences in STEM In December 2021, inaugural grand prize winner...
~1560 ftSW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Landers Theatre, Springfield
8 min walk • The Landers Theatre in Springfield, Missouri, built in 1909, is the second oldest and largest civic theater operation in Missouri. It has been in continuous use either as a legitimate theatre or a movie theater since it opened. In 1928, the theater became the 35th facility in the world to acquire sound film.
~1250 ftW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Concert hall
Gillioz Theatre, Springfield
7 min walk • The Gillioz Theatre is a historic theater located at Springfield, Missouri, United States. It was built by M. E. Gillioz of Monett, Missouri. Mr. Gillioz was in the business of building bridges, and the theater was built with steel and concrete. Wood was only used for handrails, doors, and doorframes.
0.4 miSW
Church
St. Agnes Cathedral, Springfield
11 min walk • St. Agnes Cathedral is a Catholic cathedral in Springfield, Missouri, United States. Along with the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Annunciation in Cape Girardeau, Missouri it is the seat of the Diocese of Springfield-Cape Girardeau.
~1350 ftW
37°12'38"N • 93°17'26"W
Founders Park, Springfield
7 min walk • Park
~1740 ftW
37°12'31"N • 93°17'32"W
Park Central Square, Springfield
9 min walk • Park
~1530 ftNE
37°12'42"N • 93°16'54"W
The Creamery Arts Center, Springfield
8 min walk • Museum, Art gallery, Performing arts
~1130 ftNE
37°12'39"N • 93°16'58"W
Jordan Valley Park, Springfield
6 min walk • Park
~1420 ftNW
Interesting neighbourhood
Franklin Springfield Motor Co. Building, Springfield
7 min walk • Franklin Springfield Motor Co. Building, also known as the Proctor Motor Co. Indiana Trucks, Inc. and The White Motor Co. is a historic automobile showroom located in Springfield, Missouri, United States.
~1920 ftW
Interesting neighbourhood
Heer's Department Store, Springfield
10 min walk • Heer's Department Store, also known as the Greater Heer Store, is a historic Heer's department store building located at Springfield, Greene County, Missouri.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Mosque?

Nearby attractions include Netter-Ullman Building, Springfield (4 min walk), Discovery Center of Springfield, Springfield (4 min walk), Jordan Valley Park, Springfield (6 min walk), Gillioz Theatre, Springfield (7 min walk).

How to get to Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Mosque by public transport?

The nearest stations to Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Mosque:

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Transit Center (17 min walk)