Denver Scottish Rite Consistory

05/28/2026

The Scottish Rite Denver Consistory proudly extends its fraternal greetings to the Supreme Council in celebration of the 225th Anniversary of the Southern Jurisdiction of Scottish Rite Freemasonry.

Video by Staff Photographer: Scott E Olson, 33º

05/27/2026

Images from the Flags for Fallen Vets event at Fort Logan Cemetery.

Photos by Staff Photographer, Ill. Bro. Danny D Will, 33º

05/20/2026

May 2026 Stated Communication. Memorial Day presentation featuring Adam Evans, Videographer with 9News, who shared his experiences and videos he shot of a recent Rocky Mountain Honor Flight; Ill. Bro. Grover Sardeson, 33º received Silver Membership in the SRMC Endowment Fund; Video presentation of the NMJ 4º; and RMCRC Oration.

Photos by Staff Photographer: Scott E Olson, 33º

05/16/2026

An outstanding three days with our Brothers!

05/16/2026

Images from the Spring Reunion Banquet; 14º Ring Ceremony; and 25-year award to Illus. Bro. Dan Conway, 33º

Photos by Staff Photographer: Scott E Olson, 33º

05/16/2026

Candid photos from the 2026 Spring Reunion in memory of RWB Kevin Townley, 32º KCCH.

Photos by Scott E Olson, 33º; Danny Will, 33º; John Klein, 32º and Danny Tomlinson, 33º

05/16/2026

05/12/2026

Why is the Morgan Affair important to America?

The Age Of Unreason Dissecting The Infamy Of The Morgan
The 1826 Morgan Affair is important to American history for triggering the nation’s first major third-party political movement, the Anti-Masonic Party, and sparking widespread opposition against elite secret societies. It fundamentally changed American politics by introducing national nominating conventions and severely damaging the influence of Freemasonry for decades.

Significance of the Morgan Affair:
Birth of the First Major Third Party:
Following the disappearance of William Morgan—who threatened to expose Masonic secrets—the Anti-Masonic Party was formed to oppose what they viewed as a corrupt, elite, and secretive organization.
Introduction of Nominating Conventions: In 1831, the Anti-Masonic Party held the first national presidential nominating convention, a practice that was soon adopted by all major political parties.
Political Shift and the Whig Party: The movement, which gained support in the North, helped consolidate opposition against President Andrew Jackson and laid the groundwork for the future Whig Party.
Impact on Freemasonry: The scandal caused massive public outrage, leading to the closure of many Masonic lodges and a significant drop in membership, forcing the organization to reform and become more transparent.
Symbol of Free Expression: Morgan’s kidnapping became a rallying cry for the rights of free speech and a free press against perceived elitist oppression.

The incident and subsequent investigations revealed how lies and rumor can travel quickly to form political movements.

05/07/2026

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02/22/2026

Be the Reason!