Lodges are assigned their number in order of their charter date, but that doesn’t stop people from reading into them.
In the new issue of California Freemason, feast your eyes on the many ways lodges express their Masonic pride.
This year, the Grand Lodge of California is working to uncover more local history contained within the small Jamestown Masonic Cemetery.
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Last week, the California Masonic Foundation joined educators, youth‑serving nonprofits, and community leaders at the San Francisco Community Partners Reception at Oracle Park.
As we enter our 176th year, the 2025 Fraternity Report is both a record of progress and a preview of what’s ahead.
In our latest online feature, explore historical Masonic landmarks of San Francisco!
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Maybe you’ve seen the square and compass logo on buildings around town or wondered about the meaning of emblems like the Masonic trowel. What’s the history behind Masonic symbols, and how do they factor into what happens in a lodge?
Masonry has played a crucial role in almost every stage of San Francisco’s development.
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Members take their promises as Masons on sacred book, often a Masonic Bible. Its rituals have frequent references to God. Their meeting places are often called Masonic temples. So if it isn’t a religion, why is religion such a feature of Freemasonry?
A new program from the California Masonic Foundation is introducing students to careers in green tech through Cal EPIC.
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The Masonic Ritual is the heart of Freemasonry. And at the center of the ritual is drama. it’s no wonder Masons go to such lengths to put on an unforgettable show.
We’re taking a deep dive into the many ways that Masonry and performance collide.
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