Curiosities, Wonders and Rarities of the Trexler Masonic Library
The Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania 1 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesIn 1930, Gen. Harry C. Trexler donated books to the Masons of the Lehigh Valley as the starter for a Masonic library. Since then, the Trexler Masonic Library has grown into the largest collection of Masonic books, documents, rarities and other paraphernalia in Pennsylvania outside of the Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsyvlania. Come [...]
The Alhambra and the Islamic Culture That Gave Birth to It
The Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania 1 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesThis presentation will cover the architecture of the Alhambra (and the source of decoration in Oriental Hall at the Masonic Temple), the material culture of Andalusia and the now-challenged view that this civilization was a highly tolerant time in history when Jews, Christians and Muslims happily co-existed. Attend Virtually John [...]
“The Noblest Question” Benjamin Franklin Presentation with Bill Ochester
The Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania 1 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesPhoto 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 [...]
The Stuff Freemasonry is Made of: Physical Properties of the Old Testament
The Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania 1 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesThis presentation will explore the physical materials of Freemasonry and the Old Testament, such as Tyrian purple dye and the gems in the high priest’s breastplate, along with a few other surprise oddities. Attend Virtually Austin R. Shifrin Brother Austin R. Shifrin, 33°, is a Past Master of Tyrian Lodge [...]
SOLD OUT – Art, Architecture and the Dream of Democracy Tour & Social
PAFA 118-128 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, United StatesJoin 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 [...]
Cuba Freemasonry, Democracy and Revolution
This presentation will center around the history of Cuban Freemasonry and its relationship to the many revolutions and insurrections in the country’s history. Opens in new windowPDF DownloadWord DownloadExcel DownloadPowerPoint DownloadDocument Download Attend Virtually Moises I. Gomez Brother R.W. Moises I. Gomez is a member of Atlas Pythagoras Lodge No. 10, Westfield, [...]
CANCELLED – Real Stone Masonry
Due to circumstances beyond our control, our speaker scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 16, has had to cancel. His presentation, “Real Stone Masonry,” has been rescheduled for Saturday, Feb. 17. Details will be sent out at a later date. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.This lecture will discuss the craft of practical stone [...]
Ancient Temples of the Initiate
The Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania 1 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin us for a journey into Ancient India to examine one of its most misunderstood temple complexes. We will look at the symbolism, history and philosophy of the site and the journey of “initiation.” Attend Virtually Drew Mackinnon Brother Drew Mackinnon is a father, lecturer, traveler, writer/artist and tradesman. His [...]
Real Stone Masonry
The Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania 1 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesThis lecture will discuss the craft of practical stone carving and its relationship to Freemasonry. Opens in new windowPDF DownloadWord DownloadExcel DownloadPowerPoint DownloadDocument Download Attend Virtually Morgan DummittMorgan Dummitt is a professional sculptor in stone and bronze who produces commissioned sculptures from his Philadelphia studio. Having studied internationally and exhibited across the country. [...]
Freemasonry and the Underground Railroad
The Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania 1 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesMoises Gomez will will interpret the evolution of the Abolitionist movement in America and its relationship with Freemasonry. He will also speak about the role Prince Hall Freemasons played in their struggle to achieve justice, freedom and equality for all. Attend Virtually Brother Moises Gomez Brother R.W. Moises I. Gomez [...]