The Masonic Lodge can often be one of the prominent buildings in many Ohio communities. However in some cases, the public has rarely had the opportunity to step inside. That is about to change. On Saturday, March 21, every Masonic Lodge in the state of Ohio will open its doors for a public open house.
“It’s time for the public to have a chance to see what’s behind those closed doors and to experience some of the genuine fellowship Masons share,” says Charles R. Murphy, Grand Master of Ohio Masons. “Also, it’s a great opportunity to introduce a prospective member to the fraternity.”
Each local Lodge will set its own agenda and schedule for March 21st. The Grand Master has simply asked each to participate.
Multiple Lodges meeting in one building will hold a joint open house. Lodges are also encouraged to work with the appendant organizations meeting in their buildings to give the public a glimpse of the whole Masonic family, including women’s and youth organizations.
Brothers wishing to volunteer to help at the open house should contact their Lodge’s Secretary or Master as soon as possible.
Three great tenats of Freemasonary: Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth
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Beaver Valley |
753 |
Beavercreek |
0700 - 1100 |
Breakfast provided, Representatives from all bodies to inform the visitors. |
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Blanchester |
191 |
Blanchester |
0900 - 1200 |
Pancake Breakfast, knowledgable Brethren to discuss Masonry. |
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Bloomingburg |
449 |
Bloomingburg |
0830 - 1100 |
Refreshments, knowledgable Brethren available to answer questions. Present an education program. |
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Cedarville |
622 |
Xenia |
0900 - 1200 |
Refreshments, knowledgable Brethren providing information and answering questions. |
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Clarksville |
323 |
Clarksville |
0900 - 1100 |
Breakfast |
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Dalton |
578 |
Wilmington |
0900 - 1100 |
Refreshments, informational pamphlets for guests, knowledgable Masons to share information and answer questions, |
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Fairborn |
764 |
Fairborn |
0800 - 1100 |
Refreshments, knowledgable Brethren providing information and answering questions. (joint effort with ML Finnell Lodge) |
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Fayette |
107 |
Washington C.H. |
0900 - 1200 |
Refreshments, knowledgable Brethren to offer information about Masonry. Walk visitors through the building. |
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Heber |
501 |
Williamsport |
0900 - 1200 |
Refreshments, knowledgable Brethren available for information. Guided tours |
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Jamestown |
352 |
Jamestown |
1100 - 1300 |
Meet and greet with Brethren knowledgable about the Fraternity as well as History of Jamestown Lodge. York Rite will be present to share information as well. |
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Jeffersonville |
468 |
Jeffersonville |
0830 - 1100 |
Refreshments provided. Lodge Hall open with knowledgable Brethren stationed around. |
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Knollwood |
774 |
Beavercreek |
0700 - 1100 |
Breakfast provided, Representatives from all bodies to inform the visitors. |
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M. L. Finnell |
711 |
Fairborn |
0800 - 1100 |
Refreshments, knowledgable Brethren providing information and answering questions. (joint effort with ML Finnell Lodge) |
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New Burlington |
574 |
Spring Valley |
0900 - 1200 |
Refreshments provided. Knowledgable Brethren in the lodge to discuss Masonry and Eastern Star. |
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New Holland |
392 |
New Holland |
0900 - 1400 |
Refreshments, 4 laptop computers with different presentations, knowledgable Brethren available to answer questions. |
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Pickaway |
23 |
Circleville |
0900 - 1100 |
Refreshments, Program with history of Masonry as well as Eastern Star and York Rite. A tour guide will take each person or group for a tour, providing information and answering questions. |
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Sabina |
324 |
Sabina |
0900 - 1200 |
Refreshments, knowledgable Brethren available for information. |
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Wilmington |
52 |
Wilmington |
0900 - 1100 |
Refreshments, informational pamphlets for guests, knowledgable Masons to share information and answer questions, |
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Xenia |
49 |
Xenia |
0900 - 1200 |
Refreshments, knowledgable Brethren providing information and answering questions. |