September | October 2018: Our Material Worlds

Caregiving and Connection

Becoming a caregiver for a loved one can be both rewarding and challenging. Learning to navigate this dynamic with patience

Creating a Culture That Unites

Junior Grand Warden Arthur H. Weiss explains the beauty and significance of Masonic material culture.

The Broached Thurnel

It was the late 1970s when Brett Welch, Garrett Chan, and Albert Lawson’s paths crossed for the first time.

Who I Am

For one 21st Century Club donor, a strong connection to the material culture of Freemasonry has resonated throughout his Masonic

Meaningful Objects

Freemasonry’s material culture holds deep meaning for its members – and the same can be said for organizations throughout the

Our Material Worlds

Material objects convey culture and reflect shared experiences that span time and geography. Few organizations have as rich a material

Tips For Managing Masonic Records

Lodges accumulate a mountain of records over the years, in the form of papers, books, artifacts, and photos. The sheer

Standing the Test of Time

The archives of the Henry Wilson Coil Library and Museum of Freemasonry in San Francisco contain more than 100 years’

Amidst the Glory of Nature

Dedicated brothers from four lodges built an outdoor degree site at the Union City Masonic Home. It’s a testament to

Leading With Beauty

The Masonic rods that deacons and stewards use within the ceremonial lodge are imbued with meaning and symbolism.

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