Look at the details on this stone building

Excuse the reflections, but hey that is what makes this a skyway post. Check out the ornamental stone carving on the pilasters in the eastern facade of the builiding, with their star-studded globe and other intricate detailing. (link brings you to a zoomable pixcture on gigapan.com) An interesting blend of Masonic symbolism and Richardsonian Romanesque traditions. This 8 story building was one of Minneapolis' tallest from the 1890 thru the 1920s. It is the Masonic Temple, and it is one of the few remaining prizes from the Victorian era. The West Hotel, which was across the street, and the Metropolitan Building, toward the river, are still talked about for their amazing qualities decades after being demolished.