01/01/2023
Happy New Year! Alexandria kicked off 2023 with a spectacular fireworks show, visible here from the Memorial's famous observation deck. Best wishes to everyone for a prosperous year ahead!
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"To inspire humanity through education to emulate and promote the virtues, character and vision of George Washington, the Man, the Mason and Father of our Country." The George Washington Masonic National Memorial was built in the 1920s by the more than two million American Freemasons who wished to "express in durability and beauty the undying esteem of the Freemasons of the United States for him in whose memory it shall stand throughout the coming years."
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12/28/2022
On Monday, December 28, 1778, George Washington was guest of honor at the Saint John's Day celebration held by the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania at Christ Church in Philadelphia. This traditional holy day honors Saint John the Evangelist, and is still observed by many Masonic groups today.
12/25/2022
Warm holiday wishes to everyone from the George Washington Masonic National Memorial!
12/22/2022
HOLIDAY CLOSURE: The Memorial is closed December 23th through 27th for the Christmas holiday and January 1st through 3rd for New Year's. Please enjoy a safe and festive holiday.
12/18/2022
Cornerstone Rededication Event
Have you registered to attend the 2023 Cornerstone Centennial event? Don’t miss this opportunity to witness a special historic moment.
Sign up to celebrate our Cornerstone Rededication on February 20, 2023.
12/05/2022
2022 The Plumb of Beauty Holiday Ornament | ALEXANDRIA WASHINGTON LODGE A.F.&A.M. GIFT SHOP
The Memorial’s 2022 holiday ornament is now available. Order online soon for holiday delivery.
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Now available for purchase in store and online. The Plumb of Beauty Holiday Ornament is a finely American crafted commemorative ornament representing the the Plumb - the Jewel of the Junior Warden.
11/05/2022
Noted Masonic scholar Robert L. D. Cooper presents his talk, "Scottish Masonic Rituals and Customs, 1730–1780," at the George Washington Masonic National Memorial.
11/05/2022
During the Scottish Freemasonry in America conference, attendees visited Fredericksburg, Virginia, where Shelby Chandler, a Past Master of Fredericksburg Lodge № 4, gave a stirring oration on Brigadier General Hugh Mercer’s heroic role in the American Revolution at the location of his statue. Gen. Mercer (1726–1777) was a Jacobite and a Freemason who settled in Virginia in 1747.
11/04/2022
In Fredericksburg with the Scottish Freemasons in America event.
11/04/2022
Today is the 270th anniversary of George Washington's initiation or "making" as a Freemason. He was made an Entered Apprentice Mason at the age of twenty in the Lodge at Fredericksburg, Virginia, on November 4, 1752. He paid £2, 3 shillings, which would be approximately $488 today. At the Memorial, we honor him as America's foremost Freemason. Shown here is the Bible upon which Washington took his Masonic obligation, which is still maintained by Fredericksburg Lodge.
Today is also the first day of the Scottish Freemasons in America conference, which will include a visit to Fredericksburg Lodge!
10/27/2022
Coming this Saturday to the Memorial… an outstanding concert by the Symphony Orchestra of Northern Virginia.
10/18/2022
Scottish Freemasons in America, 1750–1800
Tickets are still available for the upcoming symposium: Scottish Freemasons in America, 1750–1800. Complete schedule and registration is available online!
https://gwmemorial.org/blogs/news/scottish-masonic-event
The George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association Presents Scottish Freemasonry in America Symposium November 4-6, 2022 November 4th (1752) is the Anniversary of the Initiation of George Washington and thus this date was chosen for Symposium. Register Now in Three Steps Symposium Registrat...
09/28/2022
Scottish Traditions
The Memorial's upcoming symposium on Scottish Freemasonry in America will be held November 4 to 6, 2022, with fantastic presentations alongside other optional events such as a scotch tasting, a golf outing, and a dinner. Register now!
https://gwmemorial.org/blogs/news/scottish-masonic-event
09/18/2022
Today is the anniversary of George Washington laying the cornerstone of the United States Capitol building on September 18, 1793. It was a singularly important Masonic event in the history of our nation. This was done using the traditional Masonic ceremony, in which corn, wine, and oil—symbols of divine blessing from the book of Psalms—are poured upon the stone to dedicate the building to positive purposes.
09/16/2022
Scottish Freemasons
The Memorial's upcoming symposium on Scottish Freemasonry in America will be held November 4 to 6, 2022, with fantastic presentations alongside other optional events such as a scotch tasting, a golf outing, and a dinner. Register now!
https://gwmemorial.org/blogs/news/scottish-masonic-event
09/06/2022
Scottish Freemasonry and Immigration
The Memorial's upcoming symposium on Scottish Freemasonry in America will be held November 4 to 6, 2022, with fantastic presentations alongside other optional events such as a scotch tasting, a golf outing, and a dinner. Register now!
https://gwmemorial.org/blogs/news/scottish-masonic-event
08/24/2022
Scottish Freemasons in America, 1750–1800
The Memorial's upcoming symposium on Scottish Freemasonry in America will be held November 4 to 6, 2022, with fantastic presentations alongside other optional events such as a scotch tasting, a golf outing, and a dinner. Register now!
https://gwmemorial.org/blogs/news/scottish-masonic-event
08/21/2022
The Memorial was happy to provide space for the Scottish Rite Southern Jurisdiction's Grand Commander's Fellows this evening. After a tour of the Memorial's exhibits, the Fellows were welcomed to dinner by Sovereign Grand Commander James D. Cole. Congratulations to all the Fellows!
08/16/2022
A glorious sunrise at the George Washington Masonic National Memorial this morning.
08/11/2022
Learn about the Top 5 Questions about George Washington and Freemasonry from Mark Tabbert, the author of A Deserving Brother: George Washington and Freemasonry. In this video, Mark dispels myths about the first President of the United States.
Learn more about the book at: https://gwmemorial.org/blogs/news/gwbook
08/06/2022
Scottish Freemasons in America, 1750–1800
Have you heard of the Memorial's upcoming symposium on Scottish Freemasonry in America? It will be held November 4 to 6, 2022, with fantastic presentations alongside other optional events such as a scotch tasting, a golf outing, and a dinner. Learn more and register on our website:
https://gwmemorial.org/blogs/news/scottish-masonic-event
The George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association Presents Scottish Freemasonry in America Symposium November 4-6, 2022 November 4th (1752) is the Anniversary of the Initiation of George Washington and thus this date was chosen for Symposium. Register Now Symposium Registration Options Fre...
08/04/2022
On this date in 1753, George Washinton received the third degree of Craft Freemasonry in the lodge at Fredericksburg, Virginia. Have you always wanted to know more about Washington and Freemasonry? Be sure to get Mark Tabbert’s new book, A Deserving Brother: George Washington and Freemasonry!
https://gwmemorial.org/blogs/news/gwbook
07/29/2022
Scottish Freemasons in America, 1750–1800
Our Scottish Freemasonry in America Symposium is coming soon!
Join us November 4-6 for a fascinating weekend, featuring many outstanding speakers, and plenty of great activities. Registration is now open.
https://gwmemorial.org/blogs/news/scottish-masonic-event
The George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association Presents Scottish Freemasonry in America Symposium November 4-6, 2022 November 4th (1752) is the Anniversary of the Initiation of George Washington and thus this date was chosen for Symposium. Register Now Symposium Registration Options Fre...
07/20/2022
George Washington and Free Masonry: A Conversation with Mark A. Tabbert
Curious about the latest research about George Washington and Freemasonry? Don't miss this playback of Mount Vernon's latest Ford Evening Book Talk, featuring the Memorial's Mark Tabbert. Mark discusses his new book, A Deserving Brother, which documents the significance of Freemasonry in Washington’s life and career by clearly presenting each piece of evidence.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qg6dI5x238
Mark Tabbert’s new book, A Deserving Brother presents a complete story of George Washington's association with Freemasonry. This new book documents the signi...
07/14/2022
Ford Evening Book Talk: George Washington and Freemasonry
Register now to join in Mount Vernon’s Ford Evening Book Talk on July 19, featuring the Memorial’s Mark Tabbert as he discusses his new book—A Deserving Brother: George Washington and Freemasonry.
This new book documents the significance of Freemasonry in Washington’s life and career in a way that separates fact from fiction and will satisfy both historians and general readers, including today’s Freemasons.
The event is at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 19. Sign up at the link below!
https://www.mountvernon.org/plan-your-visit/calendar/events/ford-evening-book-talk-george-washington-and-freemasonry/
Mark Tabbert’s new book, A Deserving Brother presents a complete story of George Washington's association with Freemasonry. This new book documents the significance of Freemasonry in Washington’s life and career in a way that separates fact from fiction and will satisfy both historians and gen...
07/09/2022
Scottish Freemasons in America, 1750–1800
Register today for the Scottish Freemasonry in America Symposium, to be held November 4-6, 2022!
https://gwmemorial.org/blogs/news/scottish-masonic-event
The George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association Presents Scottish Freemasonry in America Symposium November 4-6, 2022 November 4th (1752) is the Anniversary of the Initiation of George Washington and thus this date was chosen for Symposium. Register Now Symposium Registration Options Fre...
07/06/2022
Have you seen the latest issue of the George Washington Memorial's LIGHT newsletter? It contains a schedule for the 2023 cornerstone rededication, information about our November symposium on Scottish Freemasons in America, the release of Mark Tabbert's exciting new book about George Washington, and other fascinating news.
http://assets.gwmemorial.org/pdf/light_2022_01.pdf
07/05/2022
A beautiful night to celebrate the birthday of our nation’s independence!
07/02/2022
Visit the George Washington Masonic National Memorial and experience an informative tour of our many exhibits and features! Currently open Friday, Saturday and Sunday for tours. Reservations required.
https://gwmemorial.org/pages/plan-your-visit
06/19/2022
The Memorial is lit this weekend in recognition of the newest Federal holiday: Junteenth, also sometimes referred to as Emancipation Day. The Juneteenth National Independence Day Act was signed into law on June 17, 2021.
06/17/2022
The Memorial is currently open for tours Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Reservations are required and are available through our website.
https://gwmemorial.org/pages/tours
04/23/2022
The Memorial is lit in purple this weekend as Alexandria joins in the remembrance of Joseph McCoy, a black teenage resident who was killed by a lynch mob at the corner of Lee and Cameron Streets in 1897.
Learn more: https://www.alexandriava.gov/cultural-history/in-memoriam-2022-joseph-mccoy-april-23-1897
04/17/2022
Images from this morning's Knights Templar Easter service... a longstanding tradition at the Memorial!
03/15/2022
Pre-order A Deserving Brother: George Washington and Freemasonry
Act now to order your copy of A Deserving Brother: George Washington and Freemasonry, newly-published by the University of Virginia Press in conjunction with The George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association.
https://gwmemorial.org/blogs/news/gwbook
Act now to pre-order your copy of A Deserving Brother: George Washington and Freemasonry, to be published in 2022 by the University of Virginia Press in conjunction with The George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association. This book is intended to be the definitive account of Brother Washing...
02/26/2022
This morning, the officers and guests of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial paid homage at Washington's Tomb at Mount Vernon.
02/26/2022
This evening the Memorial hosted a special reception for members of the George Washington Memorial Society. As always, it was a very pleasant social event. And, as a special treat, we were joined by President James Madison!
02/22/2022
George Washington was born 290 years ago today! As we do every year, the Memorial celebrates his birthday with a variety of special events. Although our 2022 Gala is sold out, our George Washington Symposium is free and open to the public. Learn more at this link: https://gwmemorial.org/blogs/news/2022-gw-symposium
02/12/2022
Stop by and see us at Masonic Week!
01/24/2022
Plan now to attend the 2022 George Washington Symposium, to be held at 1 p.m., February 26, 2022.
The theme of this year's symposium is The Political Education of George Washington, 1732–1774.
Featuring Two Presentations: "The Radicalization of Washington's Friends and Enemies Before the Revolution" by James Ambuske, Ph.D., and "The Political Education of George Washington" by David O. Stewart.
The symposium is held in the theater of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial. This event is free and open to the public.
https://gwmemorial.org/blogs/news/2022-gw-symposium
01/03/2022
The view of Old Town from the Memorial's observation platform after the snowstorm today, January 3, 2022. See more photos in our album: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=gwmemorial&set=a.4927203633969212
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101 Callahan Drive
Alexandria, VA
22301
Travel Via Metro King Street Metro Station sits within walking distance to the Memorial. Service to both the Yellow and Blue lines, as well as the King Street Trolley and several Metro and DASH buses. Contact Metro at 202-637-7000 or visit www.wmata.com Contact DASH at 703-746-3274 or visit www.dashbus.com
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Guided tours are available daily. The tour is approximately one hour and includes a visit to our ninth floor Observation Deck. Admission is $18, and children 12 and under are free. The Memorial is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., seven days a week. Tour times are 9:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 2:30 p.m., and 4:00 p.m. We are closed on major holidays. For more information to plan your visit, see our website at http://gwmemorial.org.
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Scottish Traditions
The Memorial's upcoming symposium on Scottish Freemasonry in America will be held November 4 to 6, 2022, with fantastic presentations alongside other optional events such as a scotch tasting, a golf outing, and a dinner. Register now! https://gwmemorial.org/blogs/news/scottish-masonic-event
Scottish Freemasons
The Memorial's upcoming symposium on Scottish Freemasonry in America will be held November 4 to 6, 2022, with fantastic presentations alongside other optional events such as a scotch tasting, a golf outing, and a dinner. Register now! https://gwmemorial.org/blogs/news/scottish-masonic-event
Scottish Freemasonry and Immigration
The Memorial's upcoming symposium on Scottish Freemasonry in America will be held November 4 to 6, 2022, with fantastic presentations alongside other optional events such as a scotch tasting, a golf outing, and a dinner. Register now! https://gwmemorial.org/blogs/news/scottish-masonic-event
Scottish Freemasons in America, 1750–1800
The Memorial's upcoming symposium on Scottish Freemasonry in America will be held November 4 to 6, 2022, with fantastic presentations alongside other optional events such as a scotch tasting, a golf outing, and a dinner. Register now! https://gwmemorial.org/blogs/news/scottish-masonic-event
Learn about the Top 5 Questions about George Washington and Freemasonry from Mark Tabbert, the author of A Deserving Brother: George Washington and Freemasonry. In this video, Mark dispels myths about the first President of the United States. Learn more about the book at: https://gwmemorial.org/blogs/news/gwbook
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