Current Issue
At Wayfarer’s No. 889, a Lodge Under the Sun and Stars
In Orange County, a new lodge is bringing together Masons with a love of the outdoors.
For California’s Extinct Lodges, Proof of Life
A new pilot program aims to archive the records of California's extinct Masonic lodges.
For Building Social Capital, There’s No Place Like Lodge
Groups like the Masons offer a way to strengthen community, combat loneliness, fight polarization, and maybe even save democracy.
In ‘Join or Die,’ a Powerful Case for Group Think
The new documentary Join or Die revisits a seminal text of contemporary social theory—and makes a powerful case for connection.
At a Masonic Funeral, Belonging to the Beyond
The Masonic funeral rite unites Masons and their loved ones in a shared community of symbolism and fraternity.
What Masonic Menus Tell Us About the Founders of the Feast
What do 100-year-old Masonic banquet menus tell us about the cultural—and epicurean—history of the fraternity?
A Healing Ceremony for Paradise Masons
In Paradise, Table Mountain No. 124 is helping a community move forward.
Mapping California’s Lodge Deserts
Grand Lodge's New Lodge Development team gives a sneak preview of the areas they're targeting for growth.
For Harold ‘Lefty’ Williams, a Chance to Live His Hoops Dreams
Meet Harold "Lefty" Robinson, a former Globetrotter bringing his flashy hardwood moves to the Masonic lodge room.
A New Masonic Literacy Program Brings Farsi Books to West Sacramento
A novel partnership between California Masons and its educational partners gives newly settled Afghan children a leg up on literacy skills.
The Order of Quetzalcoatl, a Brotherhood of Fire and Feathers
Shrouded in mystery and symbolism, the Order of Quetzalcoatl serves a decidedly philanthropic end.
At the Masonic Homes Academy, a Win-Win for Nursing Students
Through the Masonic Homes Academy, a partnership with Unitek College, is helping nursing students at the Masonic Homes get certified.
Articles By Topic
Meet the Builders of California’s Newest Masonic Lodges
For Two Grand Masters, an Opportunity to Build Bridges Between Masons
Prince Hall: America’s Masonic Father Figure
At La France No. 885, a Lodge of Bon Vivants
California’s Masonic Lodge Neighbors Are Better Together
California Prince Hall Masonry: A State of Belonging
Paying Homage to a Masonic Hero at Rizal No. 882
At Oakland No. 61, Something Old Meets Something New
At Logos No. 861, a Culture of Craftsmanship
In Masonry and Politics, Finding Common Ground
His Grandfather Was Canceled. His Grandmother Was a Hero
Is It Manly to Talk About Politics, Religion, and Money?
Videos
California Freemason: Table Mountain No. 124
California Freemason: The King Pin
California Freemason: Paradise Park
Past Issues
Heroes of Masonry
Fall 2024
Prince Hall, Then and Now
Summer 2024
Brick by Brick
Spring 2024
Common Ground
Winter 2024
Transforming Relief
Fall 2023
The Magic Issue
Summer 2023
Revolutions
Spring 2023
Small Town Masonry
Winter 2023
The Temple Issue
Fall 2022
Southern Exposure
Summer 2022
The After Life Issue
Spring 2022
The Music Issue
Winter 2022
Bridge Builders
Fall 2021
The Filipino Issue
Summer 2021
The Drinks Issue
Spring 2021
Designing the Future
Winter 2021
The Noir Issue
September / October 2020
Dads & Daughters
July / August 2020
The Relief Issue
May / June 2020
A Beautiful Experiment
March / April 2020
2019 Annual Report
January / February 2020
Striking Gold
November / December 2019
Crafting Their Legacy
September / October 2019
The Outdoors Issue
July / August 2019
Women and Freemasonry
May / June 2019
100 Years of DeMolay
March / April 2019
2018 Annual Report
January / February 2019
Friendship
November / December 2018
Our Material Worlds
September / October 2018