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NBC Peacock Series “The Lost Symbol” picks up on Dan Brown’s Masonic-themed Thriller.

See fascinating and historic moments in California Freemasonry through our lens in our snapshot archive.

In celebration of Independence Day, Grand Lodge of California head archivist Joe Evans shares a blue transferware cup plate dated between 1818 and 1836 that suggests Lady Justice a Freemason.

Yes, they’re gold and silver Masonic flasks. No, they’re not for booze!

There’s a lot of history wrapped up in one little flag from an obscure Brazilian Masonic lodge. Learn more about it—and other artifacts housed in the Grand Lodge archives—as part of our series on Masonic curios.

How one Freemason became a pioneer winemaker for the wine industry and a charter member of Sonoma County’s early Masonic lodge.

An old Masonic baseball jersey is a reminder of the fraternity’s long history with the game.

A network of Masons assured a young orphan’s future.

This miniature, golden metal altar—found in the Henry W. Coil Library and Museum of Freemasonry—is undeniably cool. As for what, precisely, it’s for? That’s less clear.

Beginning in late April, the Masons of California will host an exciting and entirely digital speakers’ series featuring lectures and talks from Masonic experts on a range of topics.

Designed for masters and wardens, open to all: Presenting all-new online Masonic leadership training

Here’s an update on Grand Lodge operations from Grand Master John E. Trauner.

Status for Grand Lodge-Sponsored Events – Spring 2020

Join us in an all-digital webinar Monday, May 4 from 4-5 p.m. to discuss current issues facing lodge secretaries. 

In an all-new live online webinar April 30 from 5:30-6:30 p.m., Hall Association directors and officers can get important information and helpful advice on operations impacted by COVID-19.

Beginning in late April, the Masons of California will host an exciting and entirely digital speakers’ series featuring lectures and talks from Masonic experts on a range of topics.

Vice president of clinical operations for the Masonic Homes of California Joseph Pritchard shares five ways to stay safe during the outbreak.

Vice president of clinical operations for the Masonic Homes of California Joseph Pritchard shares five ways to stay safe during the outbreak.

Vice president of clinical operations for the Masonic Homes of California Joseph Pritchard shares five ways to stay safe during the outbreak.

Affected by COVID-19? Masonic Relief Is here The Distressed WORTHY Brother Relief Fund is available for Masons experiencing COVID-19-related hardship. … Read more

Stuck at home? Check out these interesting Masonic resources to learn more about the Craft.

Our fraternal bonds are never more important than they are right now, as we grapple with the COVID-19 health emergency.

With growing public health concerns about the COVID-19 virus, here are some guidelines around lodge events and meetings.

At the International Conference on Freemasonry at UCLA a study of Mormon undergarments shines light on fraternal esotericism.

Ninth annual International Conference on Freemasonry at UCLA will explore the Masonic quest for secret knowledge.

Ceremony gives lodges an opportunity to reengage longtime Master Masons.

Longtime Grand Secretary lived the Masonic life—to the very end.

We are excited to announce that in 2020 we will again hold a Ritual Competition recognizing the importance of ritual excellence within our jurisdiction.

Member restoration is an important new program. Learn more about it.

A new sister lodge program pairs rural lodges with big-city siblings.

Newly installed Grand Master of California John E. Trauner opens up about leadership lessons, learning from history, and heeding the advice of his greatest hero—his dad.

Together with the rest of the Grand Family, Grand Master John E. Trauner has announced his administration’s proclamations for the 2020 fraternal year.

Check out this 19th century Masonic French antique plate, where east is north and south is west and north is, well, missing! It’s one of the many curiosities housed in the archive of the Grand Lodge, imbued with secret meaning and mystery.

The results are in: Help recognize this year’s recipients of the Lodge Communication Awards! See the full list of winners and view samples of their efforts. These brothers are truly raising the bar for the quality of lodge communications throughout the Golden State.

This video describes the process in which Chris and Heather Holme, of The Common Gavel, constructed the newest addition to Grand Lodge’s auditorium.

Whether it’s honoring worthy citizens in their towns at an annual dinner, funding generous scholarships for local students, or clearing trash from the roads or beach, it’s in simple acts of charity, volunteerism, and philanthropy that Masons give back. We want the world to know about it! The #BlueLodgeChallenge is how we’re going to do it.