A tribute to W. Bro. James W. Dowd

"The problem with the average man is that he is below average."  - Jim Dowd

Bobby Bumps Starts a lodge (1916)

Young Bobby Bumps plays a trick on his friend who wants to be initiated into his lodge. When his friend outsmarts him and saves his life, they both agree to be initiated into the lodge together. Reference is made to a lodge apron, riding the goat and the third degree. Bray Productions, Inc. Paramount Pictures. Directed by Earl Hurd (d. 1940). Produced by J. R. Bray. piano score composed and performed by Philip Carli. 5:15 min/24 fps. Released September 28, 1916.

Freemasonry Revealed - Trailer

Go behind closed doors with unprecedented access to the Masonic Order! The secret history of the Freemasons is revealed in this detailed account of its symbols, practices and legends.

1932 English Freemasonry

Provincial Grand Master of Kent, Lord Cornwallis, laying the foundation stone of a new church in the Kentish town of Birchington-on-Sea on 31 October 1932.

Masonic ceremonies for the laying of the foundation stones of public buildings were commonplace in Britain up to the Second World War. These included not only churches, but also railway stations, bridges, docks, hospitals, schools and even a Turkish bath.

Freemasons Hall

A spectacular Art Deco building in the heart of London.