Pythian Castle, Springfield

Name: Pythian Castle
Address: 1451 E Pythian St, Springfield, 65802-2137, United States
Telephone: +1 417-865-1464

#18 among attractions in Springfield

Forts and castles, Historical place

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Facts and practical information

The Pythian Home of Missouri, also known as Pythian Castle, in Springfield, Missouri, was built in 1913 by the Knights of Pythias and later owned by the U.S. military. German and Italian prisoners-of-war were assigned here during World War II for medical treatment and as laborers. Some prisoners were kept in the detached powerhouse and laundry room behind the castle. The laundry room is still owned by the U.S. Army. ()

Built: 1913 (111 years ago)Coordinates: 37°13'17"N, 93°16'7"W

Address

1451 E Pythian StWellerSpringfield 65802-2137 United States

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+1 417-865-1464

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Pythian Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mediacom Ice Park, Discovery Center of Springfield, Jefferson Avenue Footbridge, Landers Theatre.

1.2 miSW
Game and entertainment center, Ice rink, Sport venue
Mediacom Ice Park, Springfield
30 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.
1.4 miSW
Museum, Science museum
Discovery Center of Springfield, Springfield
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1.3 miNW
View point, Bridge
Jefferson Avenue Footbridge, Springfield
34 min walk • Jefferson Avenue Footbridge is a historic footbridge located in Springfield, Missouri, United States. Built in 1902, it measures 562-foot long and allows pedestrians to cross 13 sets of railroad tracks.
1.6 miSW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Landers Theatre, Springfield
40 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.
1.5 miSW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Concert hall
Gillioz Theatre, Springfield
38 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.
1.4 miSW
37°12'38"N • 93°17'26"W
Founders Park, Springfield
37 min walk • Park
1 miW
Church, Academic building
Stone Chapel, Springfield
27 min walk • Stone Chapel is a historic chapel located on the southwest edge of the Drury University campus, at the corner of Central and Benton Avenue at Springfield, Greene County, Missouri. It was built in 1880 and is the oldest stone structure in Springfield.
1.3 miSW
Civic center, Historical place, Concert hall
Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Mosque, Springfield
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1.1 miW
Church
Benton Avenue AME Church, Springfield
28 min walk • Benton Avenue AME Church is a historic African Methodist Episcopal church located at 830 N. Benton Avenue in Springfield, Greene County, Missouri, USA. It was built between 1922 and 1926, and is a two-story tile block and brick church.
1 miSW
37°12'42"N • 93°16'54"W
The Creamery Arts Center, Springfield
26 min walk • Museum, Art gallery, Performing arts
1.1 miSW
37°12'39"N • 93°16'58"W
Jordan Valley Park, Springfield
28 min walk • Park

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Pythian Castle open?

Pythian Castle is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 3:30 pm
Saturday 9 am - 3:30 pm
Sunday 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Pythian Castle?

Nearby attractions include Evangel University, Springfield (9 min walk), Silver Springs Park and Pool, Springfield (13 min walk), Ozarks Technical Community College, Springfield (17 min walk), Mid-Town Historic District, Springfield (24 min walk).