Spring 2023 Symposium of the Academy of Masonic Knowledge
Please save the date for the 2023 Spring Symposium: Saturday, March 18, 2023. Details to follow.
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Masonic Temple 150th Anniversary Gala
Grand Lodge of PA Masonic Temple 1 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCome and celebrate the 150th anniversary of one of Philadelphia’s treasured National Historic Landmark buildings.Delicious Food | Captivating Entertainment | Exciting AuctionsProceeds benefit the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, dedicated stewards of our building and the premier fraternal organization in PA for nearly more than 250 years. Opens in new windowPDF DownloadWord DownloadExcel DownloadPowerPoint DownloadDocument Download Purchase Tickets Here [...]
2023 One Day Class
This is a convenient option for busy men who want to join the fraternity! Who may attend? Prospective members must apply to join and have their petition approved by a lodge before participating in the One Day Class. Members are encouraged to share this opportunity with friends and family who may be interested in becoming a Pennsylvania Mason. What [...]
Mozart’s Masonic Opera
Grand Lodge of PA Masonic Temple 1 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesWolfgang Amadeus Mozart is arguably the most famous classical composer of all time. He composed about 600 pieces of music, some of which were created specifically for Masonic degrees and events. Most people know of his achievements in music, but little is spoken of his Masonic or political life. His final opera, “The Magic Flute,” holds rich symbolism that leads [...]
Reconstructing a Late Victorian Templar Uniform Frock
Grand Lodge of PA Masonic Temple 1 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesUnlike their counterparts in Ireland and Great Britain, American Templars wear uniforms inspired by the style of contemporary military uniforms. Following the Civil War, the Grand Encampment set down formal uniform rules that all Grand Commanderies were to follow. These included a knee length frock coat, which would remain a staple of military uniforms until the Spanish-American War. Using period [...]
History of the Cornerstone
Grand Lodge of PA Masonic Temple 1 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesWhat is a cornerstone? Why do we have ceremonies celebrating their placement? Why are Freemasons involved? These are just a few of the questions we’ll be discussing, along with exploring the relics from the Masonic Temple’s cornerstone, placed in 1868. Attend Virtually Attend Live Stephanie Desjardins Stephanie Desjardins has been a Library [...]
June Quarterly Communication
Masonic Village at Elizabethtown 1 Masonic Drive, Elizabethtown, PA, United StatesYou are hereby requested to attend the June Quarterly Communication of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania to be held on Saturday, June 10, at 10 a.m., at the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown. Master Masons may attend virtually. Contact your Lodge Secretary or District Deputy Grand Master for live stream information. By Order of the R.W. Grand Master. Mark A. [...]
Pennsylvania Lodge of Research Stated Meeting
Altoona Masonic Hall 600 Jackson Avenue, Altoona, PA, United StatesMeeting InformationYou are hereby summoned to a stated meeting of the Pennsylvania Lodge of Research to be held on Saturday, June 17, 2023, at Altoona Masonic Center, 610 Jackson Avenue Altoona, PA 16602, beginning at 10 a.m., Eastern Time. A luncheon will be held prior to the meeting, at approximately 11:30 a.m. Cost is $10 per person, payable to the Secretary [...]
Strategic Leadership Tools for the Business of the Lodge and Beyond
Grand Lodge of PA Masonic Temple 1 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesAs Freemasons, we have an obligation to do the work for the business of the lodge. The tools of this presentation are not strictly Masonic, as they may be beneficial inside and outside of the lodge. In order for Freemasonry to continue to grow and thrive, we must be strategic, thoughtful and honest. Attend Virtually [...]
Rededication of the Masonic Temple
Grand Lodge of PA Masonic Temple 1 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin us on Saturday, June 24, at 3 p.m., for a public rededication of the Masonic Temple in Philadelphia. The ceremony will be held in Corinthian Hall. Free tours will be available prior to the event. Please bring your family, friends and prospective members to celebrate with us. This event will be recorded and streamed live here. [...]