Clinton Masonic Lodge #175

06/24/2025

On this date in 1826, a formation convention was called for and held in Detroit to create a Grand Lodge in the Territory of Michigan. The five lodges in attendance would be re-numbered as Zion No. 1, Detroit No. 2, Oakland No. 3, Menomanie No. 4 and Monroe No. 5. Lewis Cass, Past Grand Master of Ohio, would soon be installed as Grand Master in a ceremony at the Old Stone Council House at the corner of E. Jefferson & Randolph Streets, near where Mariner's Church now stands.

Be sure to save the date of Wednesday, June 24, 2026 and plan to attend a 200th celebration in Lansing! More details to come.

06/16/2025

05/27/2025

A rare up-close look at the Main Theatre chandeliers. As we posted yesterday, they have been lowered for just the third time in 31 years for cleaning and retrofitting to LED lighting.

Like much of the design details throughout the Temple, Greek mythology was an important inspiration for Corrado Parducci. The Owl of Athena, or Minerva, was a symbol of knowledge and wisdom. You can find this owl within our logo!

03/21/2025

From An Open Life: Joseph Campbell in Conversation with Michael Toms, 18

03/03/2025

The Alpha and Omega of philosophy

02/28/2025

Explore the life and career of Brother Nick Offerman, the iconic actor, craftsman, and Freemason who brought Ron Swanson to life. “... the mission statement of the Masons involves treating your neighbor with generosity and being benevolent ... I really like that notion.” – Nick Offerman in an ...

02/07/2025

01/29/2025

Today in 1807, Louisiana Lodge No. 109, what is believed to be the first Masonic Lodge west of the Mississippi River, had their first meeting at Green Tree Tavern. A memorial to the lodge founders overlooks the tavern where they had their first meeting.

12/31/2024

Freemasonry around the world, featuring Masonic news, history, trivia, and more. By the author of 'Freemasons For Dummies,' Christopher Hodapp.

12/24/2024

Time Machine - The Masonic Home By Air

February 25, 1984 photograph.