Oklahoma Grand Lodge Museum and Library

01/22/2026

Congratulations to the new officers of our board for 2026!

President, Rusty Henson
Vice-President, Clyde Schoolfield, Jr
Secretary, David Tennison
Treasurer, Bryan Pumphrey

06/05/2025

Today in Masonic History!

On June 4, 1874, a pivotal moment unfolded in Caddo, Indian Territory, when three lodges—Caddo Lodge No. 311, Flint Lodge at Stilwell, and Oklahoma Lodge at Boggy Depot—convened to establish the Grand Lodge of Indian Territory. This significant event laid the foundation for what would eventually become the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of the State of Oklahoma.

This date marks a cornerstone in our Masonic heritage, reflecting the enduring commitment of our brethren to unity, leadership, and the advancement of Freemasonry in Oklahoma.

Let us honor the legacy of those who came before us and continue to uphold the principles they so steadfastly established.

05/14/2025

On May 14, 1909, the cornerstone was laid for the original Guthrie Masonic Temple, which would later become part of the famed Scottish Rite Temple complex. This monumental building project symbolized the growth of Freemasonry in Oklahoma following statehood in 1907.

The Guthrie Scottish Rite Temple remains one of the largest and most architecturally significant Masonic buildings in the world. Its cornerstone ceremony, attended by hundreds of Masons and dignitaries, was a powerful display of fraternity, faith, and dedication to the Craft.

Proud of our Oklahoma Masonic heritage!

05/05/2025

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Tickets are free, but you need to pre-register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScaZftOYX30yc7Pn1C2OnaKc840KY54YY11IgtUlLt34g-ICQ/viewform

03/21/2025

Did you know? The Ancient Order of the Pyramids was founded in June 1895 in Topeka, Kansas and admitted men and women. In 1904 it had 243 subordinate lodges operating in Kansas, Missouri, Indian Territory, Oklahoma, Illinois, Colorado and South Dakota. By 1904 the "Office of the Supreme Lodge" was in at the Gibraltar Building in Kansas City, Missouri.

03/14/2025

As proclaimed by the Governor of the State of Oklahoma, we are gearing up for March 16-22! 🏛️ Join our community to raise awareness of the cultural, economic and educational value that museums, historical societies, historic sites, zoos, aquariums, science centers, botanical gardens, historic houses, heritage centers, living history museums and tribal cultural centers have on our state and our world.

Join the online conversation using the daily theme and hashtag as outlined below. All museums and cultural institutions are encouraged to use the daily hashtag to post content surrounding their mission, programming, collection and exhibitions.

Sunday, March 16: &
Monday, March 17: &
Tuesday, March 18: &
Wednesday, March 19: &
Thursday, March 20: &
Friday, March 21: &
Saturday, March 22: &

Learn more: https://www.okmuseums.org/oklahoma-museums-week-celebrated-march-17-23-2024/

01/30/2025

https://okmasonichistory.blogspot.com/2024/07/the-grand-masters-of-indian-territory.html

Past Grand Master Jewel of Peter B. Arthur, c. 1899. (From the collections of the McAlester Scottish Rite) A total of twenty-four men le...

01/07/2025

Great article about our very own Scottish Rite Temple!

Guthrie Scottish Rite Temple on the front cover! Our beautiful Masonic edifice is so very important to the Rite! When you get yours, read all about your temple, the Gift of Guthrie!

01/04/2025

Former board member, T.S. Akers, has put together this wonderful resource for studying Oklahoma Masonry. Check it out!

12/27/2024

Today, we celebrate 211 years of UGLE 🥳

On 27 December 1813, the 'Antients' and the 'Moderns' united to form the United Grand Lodge of England💫

This historic union set the foundation for modern Freemasonry, built on principles of Integrity, Respect, Friendship and Service 🤝

Learn more about the history of Freemasonry⏬
🔗https://www.ugle.org.uk/discover-freemasonry/history-freemasonry

12/27/2024

TODAY, December 27th, we celebrate the Feast Day of St. John the Evangelist, but why is he and Saint John the Baptist so important to Freemasons, so much that they're known as the patron saints of ?

For one, they're regarded as one of the patron saints of Freemasonry due to their association with the values of Masonry. Freemasonry places a strong emphasis on moral integrity, brotherhood, and the pursuit of knowledge—qualities that the saints John symbolize.