For centuries, Freemasons have contributed to the communities in which they live through the principles of Brotherly Love, Relief and Truth. Freemasonry has existed in New Hampshire since 1735, and many of the leading citizens of our state have been Freemasons. Being a member of the oldest and largest fraternal order in the world is a rewarding and educational experience. Our charitable activities are many and varied: the Shriners’ Hospitals for Children, support of medical research, scholarships, programs for child identification and combating drug abuse, the Scottish Rite Learning Centers, and quiet, local charity. Freemasons are committed to helping those who are less fortunate, and in the process we are building a better and safer world.
If you are a New Hampshire Mason, we hope that this web site will prove a useful tool and will improve the flow of information between you and your Grand Lodge. If you are a Mason visiting or moving to New Hampshire, we hope that this web site will assist you if you wish to contact a New Hampshire Lodge. If you are a non-Mason, we hope that this web site will assist you in learning about Freemasonry.
Message from the Grand Master!
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Looking to 2012
Happy New Year! The year 2012 is now upon us, providing a convenient time to reflect on where we have been and where we are going as a fraternity. It’s also a great time to consider what makes Freemasonry so important in our daily lives. As I travel throughout this fine State, I continue to be amazed by the positive energy exhibited by our membership. I see a sense of revitalization in our Lodges, both in the brick and mortar and its members. Lodges are more active than ever, bringing new members into the fraternity, supporting community functions, assisting our Special Ladies, and gaining more light in Masonry. As found in any organization, some members and Lodges are more active than others. This is understandable, given the hectic pace of our busy lives. But I ask you to harken back to that time when you first joined the Craft. Do you remember that life-changing experience? Do you remember the strong sense of friendship, fervency and zeal amongst your brethren? Do you still hold that spark? Keep that flame burning my brethren. Be as active as you can, while working within [...]
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Hundreds Turn Out To Honor Brother Jesse Scott
Newport Town Manager, Paul Brown announced that April 22, 2012 had been declared Jesse W. Scott Day. Beneath the flags of nation, state and division, a procession of speakers from state Sen. Bob Odell to the president of the 10th Mountain Division Assn’s New England Chapter expressed their gratitude for Bro. Scott’s lifetime of giving back. Some thanked him for this service to the nation in Europe during World War II, others for this dedication to the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, and other for his sheer presence in the community. More than a dozen Masons from Cheshire-Mt. Vernon Lodge were on hand for this great occasion. “We walk in the footsteps of giants,” said Wor. Master Bro. Mike Shklar. “And Jesse and his comrades from the 10th Mountain Division are those giants.” Brother Jesse Stone just last year received his 60 year pin and Centenarian Award from the Most Worshipful Grand Master Brother Paul Leary last year. He will be celebrating his 105 th birthday this year.
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