Join us for an evening of architecture, history and storytelling in two of the most extraordinary buildings in Philadelphia: the Masonic Temple and Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts' (PAFA) Historic Landmark Building.

Come and celebrate the 150th anniversary of one of Philadelphia’s treasured National Historic Landmark buildings. Delicious Food | Captivating Entertainment | Exciting Auctions Proceeds benefit the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, dedicated stewards of our building and the premier fraternal organization in PA for nearly more than 250 years. Purchase Tickets Here [...]

Join us on Saturday, June 24, at 3 p.m., for a public rededication of the Masonic Temple in Philadelphia. The ceremony will be held in Corinthian Hall. Free tours will be available prior to the event. No reservations required, except for groups of 15 or more. Please bring your family, friends and prospective members [...]

Photo credit: Pictures by Todd “The Noblest Question in the world is, ‘What good may I do in it?’” – Benjamin Franklin The Masonic Temple in Philadelphia will host a special event on Friday, Oct. 13, to mark the 300th anniversary of Benjamin Franklin’s arrival in Philadelphia in 1723. Franklin, a Mason, made many [...]

Join us for a tour featuring the architecture and the art within two of Philadelphia’s most iconic buildings, PAFA’s Historic Landmark Building and Philadelphia’s Masonic Temple. The Art, Architecture and the Dream of Democracy Tour connects the histories and struggles of our country from its founding to today. The tour begins at PAFA’s iconic Historic [...]

Join us for the third annual tour of two Philadelphia architectural treasures, PAFA’s Historic Landmark Building and the Masonic Temple. We will explore astonishing interiors and masterful craftsmanship while learning about the signs and symbology that animate the architecture of both iconic buildings. Our guides will share how spiritualism, geometry, golden ratios and the natural [...]