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California Prince Hall Grand Master David San Juan and Grand Lodge of California Grand Master G. Sean Metroka

For Two Grand Masters, an Opportunity to Build Bridges Between Masons

Prince Hall Grand Master David San Juan and G. Sean Metroka of the Grand Lodge of California on deepening an important Masonic partnership.

Jerusalem No. 72 of California Prince Hall Grand Lodge of California. The forgotten history of Prince Hall Masonry's brief Filipino lodge boom—and long decline—in California.

How a Filipino Prince Hall Lodge Was Nearly Forgotten

The forgotten history of Prince Hall Masonry's brief Filipino lodge boom—and long decline—in California.

Prince Hall Freemasonry

Prince Hall: America’s Masonic Father Figure

Largely overlooked by historians, Prince Hall remains a towering figure of both Masonic history—and American history writ large.

Grand Worthy Matron Marilyn Carney shows off the dress regalia of the Prince Hall Order of the Eastern Star. In California Prince Hall Masonry, the appendant bodies fall under the jurisdiction of the grand lodge.

In Prince Hall, Many Masonic Bodies, All Under One Banner

From the Eastern Star to the Prince Hall Shrine, exploring the many appendant bodies of Prince Hall Masonry in California.

California Freemason: California Prince Hall member Aaron Washington of Bayview No. 64

For California Prince Hall’s Aaron Washington, History’s in the Making

Aaron Washington on learning from the lessons of the past.

California Freemason: California Prince Hall member Robert Eagle Spirit Sr.

Prince Hall’s Robert J. Eagle Spirit Sr. on Giving Back

Robert J. Eagle Spirit Sr., the next grand master of California Prince Hall Masonry, on supporting the fraternity's philanthropic mission.

California Freemason: California Prince Hall Mason Gary Ransom, one of the first Black judges in Sacramento County.

Prince Hall Mason Gary Ransom Blazed Trails in California’s Courts

Gary Ransom broke barriers for the next generation of African American lawyers.

California Freemason: California Prince Hall member and California Supreme Court Justice John Weller of Western Knights Lodge No. 56

Your Honor: Judge John Weller Keeps Things on the Level

Whether on the bench or in lodge, John Weller preaches fairness.

California Freemason: California Prince Hall member Trevor Lawrence Jr.

For Prince Hall Mason Trevor Lawrence Jr., the Beat Goes On

Drummer Trevor Lawrence Jr. puts Masonry squarely in the spotlight.

California Freemason: Members of the Prince Hall Smooth Ashlar No. 119 hosted an intralodge barbecue in Temecula. They are among several groups from the Prince Hall and Grand Lodge of California that have begun working together in recent years.

California’s Masonic Lodge Neighbors Are Better Together

Across the state, California Masons are reaching out across lodge lines.

Prince Hall Grand Lodge

California Prince Hall Masonry: A State of Belonging

Founded in the 1850s and still active today, the Prince Hall Grand Lodge of California is building on a proud history.

Prince Hall Grand Lodge

Prince Hall Frequently Asked Questions

The most frequently asked questions about the historic branch of the fraternity.

Masonic Homes of California, Union City campus

The Masonic Homes of California, Now a Home for All California Masons

For the first time, Prince Hall Masons have access to relief through the Masonic Homes of California.

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