Grand Lodge of the State of New York Free & Accepted Masons

06/24/2026

The Grand Lodge of New York is offering a Summer School of Masonic Education in partnership with Arizona State University. This free online course looks at how the American Founders connected happiness with virtue, character, and moral responsibility.

It is self-paced, open to all members, and can be completed on your own schedule. A certificate is available for those who finish the program.

Get started today by clicking the registration link - https://pi.asu.edu/courses/civic-virtue/

06/21/2026

06/20/2026

Today, the Grand Lodge of New York commemorates Juneteenth, a day that marks the fulfillment of freedom for the last enslaved Americans and serves as a reminder of our nation’s continuing journey toward liberty and equality.

As Freemasons, we are guided by the principles of Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth, and we honor the dignity, worth, and humanity of all people.

May this day inspire reflection, unity, and a renewed commitment to the ideals of freedom and justice for all.

06/13/2026

As our nation prepares to commemorate America’s 250th Anniversary, we pause today to honor the Stars and Stripes—the enduring symbol of the freedoms, ideals, and sacrifices that have shaped our Republic for nearly two and a half centuries.

For 250 years, generations of Americans have worked to build a nation founded upon liberty, equality, and self-government. As Masons, we are proud that many of the principles we cherish—brotherhood, civic virtue, personal responsibility, and service to others—have helped strengthen the communities and institutions that make our nation great.

On this Flag Day, let us remember those who have defended our flag, reflect upon the blessings of citizenship, and recommit ourselves to leaving a stronger country for the generations that will follow us into America’s next century.

May Old Glory continue to inspire unity, hope, and opportunity as we approach America 250.

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. Their courage, sacrifice, and devotion to duty secured the freedoms we enjoy each day.

On this Memorial Day, the Grand Lodge of New York joins with Americans everywhere in reflecting with gratitude upon those who made the ultimate sacrifice. May we never forget their service, their families, and the enduring legacy they leave behind.

Let us honor them not only in remembrance, but in how we live — through service, unity, compassion, and dedication to something greater than ourselves.

05/24/2026

The Grand Lodge of New York is launching the Summer School of Masonic Education. We established a partnership with Arizona State University to offer a free online course. The curriculum focuses on how the American Founders defined happiness through virtue and character. This online program is self-paced and open to all members. Those who finish the course can earn a certificate! Start today by clicking...

Registration Link: https://pi.asu.edu/courses/civic-virtue/

05/05/2026

The 244th Commutation of the Grand Lodge of New York has come to an end. We are so excited about our newly elected leadership and look forward to all they will do with and for the Craft in the coming year. Congratulations to Most Worshipful Robert L. Hogan Jr. - Grand Master - Right Worshipful E. Oscar Alleyne - Deputy Grand Master - Right Worshipful John Haslam Sr. - Senior Grand Warden - Right Worshipful William Toth - Junior Grand Warden - Right Worshipful John Hansen - Grand Treasurer - Right Worshipful Richard Schulz - Grand Secretary