The Milton Masonic order was one of the oldest organizations in the community, and when they decided to build their own lodge building, they used a design that reflected their historic status and importance as a fraternal group. Using classical motifs, the Masonic Lodge stands as a fine example of the Classical Revival style exhibited in a small, public building. Most buildings constructed in this style were large, institutional buildings that could bear the heavy classical details of the style. These elements could easily overwhelm a smaller building if not used appropriately. In the case of the Milton Masonic Temple, the Classical Revival style elements are used proportionately to the building’s small size.

The distinctive three-colored brick exterior and classically-decorated entrance mimic the type of details seen on larger classical buildings, but are executed on this building in a size and type of construction that makes it formal and elegant, not overly decorated . The interior spaces reflect the formal and elegant design of the exterior, using classical details in a restrained, yet distinctive, manner. The design of this building was so successful that it was repeated for the Masonic Temple in Palmyra a few years later.

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