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Gran Filipino Oriente (#31)

In Seattle, the Big Three of Filipino fraternal lodges prior to 1965 were the Caballeros de Dimas Alang, Legionarios del Trabajo, and the Gran Oriente Filipino. Filipino fraternal lodges held social events for their members and connected with the 17 other lodges in the Northwest, creating a network both nationwide and globally. The lodges provided student scholarships and taught members about the history of the fraternity along with the history of the Filipino community and its contributions.

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Building signage marks the organization’s distinguished significance. Photo by Michael B. Maine. Wing Luke Museum Collection.

The side entry to the building. Photo by Michael B. Maine. Wing Luke Museum Collection.