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