Past Events

Hear from Masonic Library and Museum Executive Director Mike McKee on what it's like to lead at the Temple. He will take you through the daily maintenance operation and event management. Both will show and hold true to Masonic principles.

Brother Laskowski was thrilled when he became the archivist at the Masonic Temple. He knew little about what he would discover when he entered the second sub-basement archives, but was astonished by what he found - from a shadow box holding a plaster face of Abraham Lincoln to a Past Master’s jewel made of [...]

During his numerous cultural trips to France and England, Benjamin Franklin found inspiration in literary circles that eventually led him to found the Leather Apron Club in 1727 to exchange rare books brought back from various travels. The club was intended to promote discussion and the cross-cultural exchange of ideas about architecture and other [...]

The Twin Pillars of Polarity Within Freemasonry The two pillars of Boaz and Jachin that stood at the entrance to King Solomon's Temple are commonplace in Masonic ritual, as well as Masonic buildings and artwork. Their symbolism goes much deeper than just mere aesthetics or architectural necessity. This presentation will delve into some lesser [...]

The History of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania A brief overview of the history of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania from its roots in England and Scotland to its independence from the English Ancient Grand Lodge in 1786. Topics will include Benjamin Franklin and the Moderns, and Ancient Lodge No. 2. [...]