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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2012 Installation of Officers for North Star Lodge
The Installation of Officers for North Star Lodge for 2012 was held on Sunday Feb. 05, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. Lunch was served by members of Olive Branch Chapter No. 1, O.E.S. an hour before the ceremony. I had the opportunity to welcome the guests and say thanks to the Officers and visitors before turning the Installation over to RW DDGM Bro. Darrell A. Louis. Following, the Officers vacated the room and returned wearing the proper aprons for the incoming administration. RW Bro. Louis then proceeded to install the officers in due form with the assistance of W. District Education Officer Brother David A. Rich, RW Wayne P. Golden, PDDGM as Installing Chaplain, and myself as Installing Marshal. The Ceremony was performed with dignity and decorum. Newly Installed Worshipful Master Brother Jeremy William Allin now has the privilege of governing the Lodge. I was pleased to serve North Star Lodge as Master for the last 2 years, but I look forward to someone else holding the reins for now. I will continue to act as Lodge Reporter so you will still hear from me in that capacity. Here’s to a [...]
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