The Elks Club Building is a historic site in

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. It is located at 201-213 North

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. As its name implies, it was once a headquarters for the local chapter of The Elks. On March 9, 2000, it was added to the

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, because of the historic influence of Elks establishments in the United States communities.

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Duval County listings
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National Register of Historic Places

Elks Club Building
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Florida's Office of Cultural and Historical Programs
Buildings and structures in Jacksonville, Florida National Register of Historic Places in Jacksonville, Florida Elks buildings Clubhouses in Florida Northbank, Jacksonville Laura Street {{Fraternity-stub