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lodge, originally an insubstantial house or dwelling, erected as a seasonal habitation or for some temporary occupational purpose, such as woodcutting. In this sense the word is currently used to describe accommodations for sportsmen during hunting season and for recreationists, such as skiers.

To join a Masonic Lodge in New York , you must have the following qualifications: You must be a man (male). You must At least 18 years old. Possess a belief in a supreme being, in whatever form or name. Be capable of reading and writing. Be a resident of New York State. Be well recommended and of good moral character.

Fully 43.4% of all Masonic lodges in the U.S. in 1938 were named after the place they were located. It's likely that some of the lodge names in the Unusual Names category - including some mentioned above - may actually be place names. This is clearly the case with Drytown Lodge, No. 174, located in Drytown, California.

The Masonic lodge is the local organization of the Masonic fraternity. It operates under a charter from the grand lodge. It has two primary functions: Provide an opportunity for members to experience fraternal and social bonding through its meetings, programs, and sponsored events.

While Freemasonry is not itself a religion, all its members believe in a Supreme Being, or "Grand Architect of the Universe.” Members come from many faiths, but one denomination in particular bars any crossover.

You will submit a petition for membership. Members at the lodge will read your petition and form a small committee to meet with you to determine your qualifications and answer any questions you have regarding Freemasonry. To take the first step, get in touch with a Freemason representative in your area.

Dark suit – while it is not a stipulation, most Freemasons opt for a black suit as this a versatile option that most will already own and can be worn for a number of events. White shirt. Dark tie – again there is no hard and fast rules, but black appears to be a popular choice. Dark shoes.

The Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Virginia Free and Accepted Masons, Inc. Is a fraternal organization dedicated to the fatherhood of God and the brotherhood of man. Our organization takes good men and develops them to be better men.