Grand Lodge of New Hampshire is a community of free masons and accepted masons. It offers those within its community a chance to be part of efforts to help those who are less fortunate to build a better and safer world.
Freemasonry is the oldest, largest and best known fraternal organization in the world. The group's members are dedicated to good citizenship, contributing over $1 billion each year to charities. Masonic Temple Lodge #65 has served the community of Westport since 1824. Membership in the lodge is open to men who are at least 18 years old and are of good moral standing. For additional membership information, visit the temple's Web site.
George Washington Masonic National Memorial is located near King Street and Callahan Drive. George Washington Masonic National Memorial was established in 1920. This is more than just a memorial and a museum. George Washington Masonic National Memorial is also a research center, library, community center, performing arts center and also a concert hall. Admission is free for the first two floors.
The Rising Star Masonic Lodge meets at this location to carry out its mission of brotherly love and edification. The local Stoughton chapter continues the tradition of the global organization, focusing on temperance, fortitude, prudence, justice, faith, hope and charity. The fraternal organization boasts of its "tolerance of mankind and acceptance of all good men."
The J.F. Swartsel Masonic Lodge's meetings are held twice a month, on either the first and third Mondays or the first and third Thursdays of the month. The Lodge holds fundraisers, special recognition ceremonies and meetings for members.
The Masonic Association was founded in 1891 and stems from religious circles, but should not to be confused with a religion. Masons believe that a spiritual temple is in the heart and not built with the hands. Members of the Redlands Masonic Lodge meet on a weekly basis. Give them a call or check out the website for more information.
