Masonic Library and Museum Speaker Series

This presentation will examine the Anti-Masonic movement from the 1800s to the present.

During his numerous cultural trips to France and England, Benjamin Franklin found inspiration in literary circles that eventually led him to found the Leather Apron Club in 1727 to exchange rare books brought back from various travels. The club was intended to promote discussion and the cross-cultural exchange of ideas about architecture and other topics, a main tenet of [...]

This illustrated presentation will show off many of the non-Masonic artifacts in the Library and Museum collection, several of which are of national and international interest, highlighting their importance and how they came to be here. Attend Virtually Attend Live Brother Mike Comfort Brother Mike Comfort, PM, Melita Lodge No. 295, Philadelphia [...]

The Twin Pillars of Polarity Within Freemasonry The two pillars of Boaz and Jachin that stood at the entrance to King Solomon's Temple are commonplace in Masonic ritual, as well as Masonic buildings and artwork. Their symbolism goes much deeper than just mere aesthetics or architectural necessity. This presentation will delve into some lesser known possibilities about the pillars, [...]

The History of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania A brief overview of the history of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania from its roots in England and Scotland to its independence from the English Ancient Grand Lodge in 1786. Topics will include Benjamin Franklin and the Moderns, and Ancient Lodge No. 2. Attend Virtually Attend Live [...]

Freemasonry finds its roots in the basis of music. This art is not only scientific, but philosophical, as well. Music transports us as players and listeners into a different head space. There is a journey across time. This presentation is aimed to inspire all lovers of the arts and sciences, especially those interested in music. This presentation is carefully orchestrated to [...]

Several Freemasons have been suspected of being the real-life inspiration for Brother Rudyard Kipling’s characters in his story, “The Man Who Would Be King.” This presentation will examine that possibility. Attend Virtually Attend Live Brother Yasser Al-Khatib Brother Yasser Al-Khatib is a Past Master of Fritz Lodge No. 308, Conshohocken, and Opus [...]

This presentation offers a brief introduction to Freemasonry and the French Revolution, delving into such topics as the interesting fact that four (and perhaps six) of the 10 leading figures of this revolution were Freemasons. Attend Virtually Attend Live Brother John Minott A graduate of Stanford University, John, a member of Lodge [...]

This presentation focuses on how Brother Benjamin Franklin lived his life practicing important Masonic principles and how he sets a great example for Freemasons today to live their lives according to these values. Attend Virtually Attend Live Brother Craig Brody Craig Brody is a Past Master of Columbia Lodge No. 91. He [...]

While many are familiar with the role Freemasons played in the American Revolution, the Craft and its members were also essential to numerous struggles against tyranny that occurred across the globe in the 18th and 19th centuries. This presentation will examine the role of various notable Masonic revolutionaries in the Americas, Europe and the Caribbean as the world moved through [...]