Brother Michael Laskowski was thrilled when he became the archivist at the Masonic Temple. He knew little about what he would discover when he entered the second sub-basement archives, but he was astonished by what he found - from a shadow box holding a plaster face of Abraham Lincoln to a Past Master’s jewel made of 31 large diamonds. [...]
MEETING INFORMATION The next meeting of the Pennsylvania Lodge of Research will be held Saturday, June 26, 2021, in Conshohocken, PA. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, only 50 Brothers will be permitted to attend (including officers and presenters.) If you would like to attend, you need to make a reservation with the Secretary as soon as possible. Reservations are on a first come, [...]
Oriental Hall stands out among the diverse and sundry rooms of the Masonic Temple in Philadelphia for two reasons. First, it does not appear to fit in with the schema of the other rooms in the Temple because it draws its influence from “the Orient,” or the Islamic world. Secondly, it’s situated on the first floor of the building--something [...]
Saturday, July 31, at Irem Country Club, Dallas, PA 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Registration 11 a.m. Lunch 12:30 p.m. Shotgun start 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Social hour 5:30 p.m. Dinner and awards $100 per golfer (a reduction of $25 from previous years). Includes greens fees, cart, lunch, social hour and dinner. Men and ladies welcome! Sponsorships Hole Sponsors: $100 [...]
Interstate Competition - All Proceeds Benefit PA and NJ DeMolay. Limited to 120 golfers - Registration Deadline: Aug. 1 Aug. 3 at Eagles Crossing Golf Club, Carlisle, PA 11:30 a.m. Lunch, 12:30 p.m. Shotgun start Scramble format with individual and widow ball team competitions Roast pig supper with all the fixings (alternative entree upon request) Sponsorships available: Signs recognizing [...]
Criteria All artwork entries must display a visual interpretation of some aspect of Freemasonry in Pennsylvania, whether it be philosophical, historical, scientific, social, fraternal, charitable, architectural, etc. Selected artwork will be exhibited in the Masonic Temple in Philadelphia. Jurors Brother Travis Simpkins, Artist Moe A. Brooker, Painter Elaine Erne, Artist/Teacher Eligibility Any amateur or professional artist or college art [...]
Held Outdoors at Christner's Grove near Dawson, PA (Follow Uncle Hiram’s Picnic Signs) All Master Masons Welcome Casual Dress - No shorts, blue jeans or collarless shirts 5 p.m.: Dinner will be served promptly, including a 12 oz. New York strip steak, baked potato, corn, tossed salad, rolls, butter and beverage. 6:30 p.m.: A Special Meeting of James Cochran [...]
Because of slavery and segregation in early America, social and fraternal institutions were developed and operated separately. Masonry is no exception. This lecture will explore the history of the black Masonic order in America and its beloved founder, Prince Hall. Join Online Join In Person Rev. Dr. William Rocky Brown [...]
Schedule for both events: 8:30 a.m. Registration and warm up 10 a.m. Shooting will begin promptly Cost: $150 per person, breakfast & lunch included $25 non-shooter lunch Winners will be determined by the Lewis Class system. Chinese Auction, 50/50 and more! Registration deadline is Aug. 17 for the Western event and Sept. 7 for the Eastern event. Shooters must [...]
The Grand Lodge leadership seminars provide valuable information in an interesting, interactive format, followed by breakout sessions that promote a more intimate environment. Registration will open at 7:45 a.m., with a continental breakfast served. The seminar will run from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with a full lunch served at each location. The cost is $25 per attendee and [...]
