Grand Lodges of the United States

Southern Masonic Heritage

The Grand Lodge of Alabama represents the strength of Freemasonry in the Deep South, with roots extending to the early 19th century.

📍 Montgomery, Alabama

Freemasonry in the Last Frontier

The Grand Lodge of Alaska represents Masonry's presence in America's northernmost state, established during the Gold Rush era.

📍 Juneau, Alaska

Southwest Masonic Leadership

The Grand Lodge of Arizona emerged during the territorial period and has been a cornerstone of Masonry in the Southwest.

📍 Phoenix, Arizona

Frontier Masonry in the Ozarks

The Grand Lodge of Arkansas has served the state since the territorial period, representing Masonry's role in frontier development.

📍 Little Rock, Arkansas

Masonry in the American West and Gold Rush Era

The Grand Lodge of California emerged during the Gold Rush and represents Masonry's vital role in civilizing and building communities in the American West.

📍 San Francisco, California

Mountain Masonry and Colorado Statehood

The Grand Lodge of Colorado was established during the Colorado Gold Rush and has been central to the state's development.

📍 Denver, Colorado

Early American Masonry and Constitutional Tradition

The Grand Lodge of Connecticut represents one of the early American Masonic organizations, deeply rooted in the nation's founding traditions.

📍 Hartford, Connecticut

First State Masonry

The Grand Lodge of Delaware emerged from colonial roots and represents Masonry's role in the founding of the American nation.

📍 Wilmington, Delaware

Masonry in the Nation's Capital

The Grand Lodge of the District of Columbia was established in 1810 and represents Masonry in the nation's capital.

📍 Washington, District of Columbia

Masonry in the Sunshine State

The Grand Lodge of Florida has served the state since the territorial period and continues to be a major Masonic jurisdiction.

📍 Tampa, Florida

Southern Masonic Foundation

The Grand Lodge of Georgia was one of the earliest southern Grand Lodges and represents Masonry's important role in the South.

📍 Atlanta, Georgia

Pacific Island Masonry

The Grand Lodge of Hawaii represents Freemasonry's presence in the Hawaiian Islands since the mid-19th century.

📍 Honolulu, Hawaii

Northwest Masonic Heritage

The Grand Lodge of Idaho emerged during the territorial period and represents Masonry's role in the Pacific Northwest.

📍 Boise, Idaho

Masonry in the American Midwest

The Grand Lodge of Illinois represents the strength of Freemasonry in the Midwest, with Chicago becoming a major center of Masonic influence and activity.

📍 Chicago, Illinois

Pioneer Masonry in the Midwest

The Grand Lodge of Indiana represents one of the earlier western Grand Lodges and Masonry's role in settling the Midwest.

📍 Indianapolis, Indiana

Heartland Masonic Heritage

The Grand Lodge of Iowa emerged during the territorial period and represents Masonry's important role in the American heartland.

📍 Des Moines, Iowa

Plains Masonry and Frontier Settlement

The Grand Lodge of Kansas was established during the territorial period and represents Masonry on the American frontier.

📍 Topeka, Kansas

Frontier Masonry and Southern Tradition

The Grand Lodge of Kentucky was established in 1800 and represents Masonry's important role in frontier Kentucky.

📍 Louisville, Kentucky

Early American Masonry and Southern Tradition

The Grand Lodge of Louisiana was established in 1807 and represents one of the earliest southern Grand Lodges with deep historical roots.

📍 New Orleans, Louisiana

New England Masonry

The Grand Lodge of Maine emerged from Massachusetts and represents Masonry's important role in New England.

📍 Portland, Maine

Colonial and Revolutionary Masonry

The Grand Lodge of Maryland was chartered in 1787 and represents deep roots in colonial and revolutionary American Masonry.

📍 Baltimore, Maryland

Second Oldest Grand Lodge in North America

The Grand Lodge of Massachusetts is one of the oldest continuously operating Masonic organizations in North America, with a distinguished history of intellectual leadership.

📍 Boston, Massachusetts

Great Lakes Masonry

The Grand Lodge of Michigan was established in 1826 and represents Masonry's important role in the Great Lakes region.

📍 Detroit, Michigan

Upper Midwest Masonic Heritage

The Grand Lodge of Minnesota emerged during the territorial period and represents Masonry's important role in the Upper Midwest.

📍 Minneapolis, Minnesota

Mississippi River Valley Masonry

The Grand Lodge of Mississippi was established in 1818 and represents Masonry's role in the Mississippi River Valley region.

📍 Jackson, Mississippi

Gateway to the West Masonry

The Grand Lodge of Missouri was established in 1821 and represents Masonry's important role in westward expansion.

📍 Kansas City, Missouri

Mountain West Masonry

The Grand Lodge of Montana was established in 1865 during the territorial period and represents Masonry in the northern Rocky Mountains.

📍 Helena, Montana

Great Plains Masonry

The Grand Lodge of Nebraska emerged during the territorial period and represents Masonry on the Great Plains.

📍 Omaha, Nebraska

Desert West Masonry

The Grand Lodge of Nevada was established in 1865 during the Comstock mining era and represents Masonry in the Nevada desert.

📍 Reno, Nevada

New England Masonic Tradition

The Grand Lodge of New Hampshire was chartered in 1789 and represents New England's strong Masonic tradition.

📍 Manchester, New Hampshire

Colonial and Revolutionary Masonry

The Grand Lodge of New Jersey was established in 1786 and represents Masonry's important role in the Revolutionary period.

📍 Trenton, New Jersey

Southwest Territorial Masonry

The Grand Lodge of New Mexico was established in 1862 during the territorial period and represents Masonry in the Southwest.

📍 Santa Fe, New Mexico

Iconic Grand Master Role in American Freemasonry

The Grand Lodge of New York is one of the oldest and most prestigious Masonic organizations in America, headquartered in one of the world's great cities.

📍 New York City, New York

Southern Colonial Masonry

The Grand Lodge of North Carolina was established in 1787 and represents Masonry's important role in the South.

📍 Raleigh, North Carolina

Northern Plains Masonry

The Grand Lodge of North Dakota was established in 1873 during the territorial period and represents Masonry on the northern plains.

📍 Bismarck, North Dakota

Western Expansion of American Masonry

The Grand Lodge of Ohio played a crucial role in bringing Freemasonry westward and establishing the fraternity in the Ohio Valley region.

📍 Cincinnati, Ohio

Indian Territory Masonry

The Grand Lodge of Oklahoma was established in 1876 in Indian Territory and represents Masonry's role in the settlement of Oklahoma.

📍 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Pacific Northwest Masonry

The Grand Lodge of Oregon was established in 1859 during the territorial period and represents Masonry in the Pacific Northwest.

📍 Portland, Oregon

First Grand Lodge in America

The birthplace of American Freemasonry, Pennsylvania holds a unique place in the fraternity's history. From Benjamin Franklin's influence to its role in the American Revolution, Pennsylvania Freemasonry shaped the nation's founding principles.

📍 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

New England Colonial Masonry

The Grand Lodge of Rhode Island was established in 1791 and represents New England's strong tradition of Masonry.

📍 Providence, Rhode Island

Southern Masonic Leadership and Influence

The Grand Lodge of South Carolina represents a significant tradition of Freemasonry in the American South, with deep historical roots and cultural importance.

📍 Charleston, South Carolina

Northern Plains Settlement Masonry

The Grand Lodge of South Dakota was established in 1873 during the territorial period and represents Masonry on the northern Great Plains.

📍 Pierre, South Dakota

Southern Frontier Masonry

The Grand Lodge of Tennessee was established in 1813 and represents Masonry's important role in the frontier South.

📍 Nashville, Tennessee

Masonry in the Texas Frontier and Westward Expansion

The Grand Lodge of Texas emerged during the period of Texas independence and represents Masonry's vital role in the development of the American Southwest.

📍 Austin, Texas

Rocky Mountain Territory Masonry

The Grand Lodge of Utah was established in 1873 in the Utah Territory and represents Masonry in the Rocky Mountain region.

📍 Salt Lake City, Utah

New England Colonial Masonry

The Grand Lodge of Vermont was established in 1794 and represents New England's strong Masonic tradition.

📍 Montpelier, Vermont

Homeland of American Masonic Leadership

The Grand Lodge of Virginia represents the heart of early American Freemasonry, with roots extending to the colonial era and deep connections to the nation's founding.

📍 Richmond, Virginia

Pacific Northwest Masonic Heritage

The Grand Lodge of Washington was established in 1858 during the territorial period and represents Masonry in the Pacific Northwest.

📍 Seattle, Washington

Appalachian Mountain Masonry

The Grand Lodge of West Virginia was established in 1858 and represents Masonry in the Appalachian Mountain region.

📍 Charleston, West Virginia

Upper Midwest Masonic Tradition

The Grand Lodge of Wisconsin emerged during the territorial period and represents Masonry in the Upper Midwest.

📍 Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Rocky Mountain Frontier Masonry

The Grand Lodge of Wyoming was established in 1868 during the territorial period and represents Masonry in the Wyoming frontier.

📍 Cheyenne, Wyoming