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All the latest Masonic news from the Grand Lodge of California.

California Masons Announce Green-Energy Career Pathways Program

Thanks to a new partnership between the Masons of California, Cal EPIC, and Sacramento City Unified School District, a three-year pilot program will provide 150 students from Sacramento with hands-on training and industry certifications for manufacturing roles in green energy careers.

California Masons and Raising A Reader Support Afghan Refugee Students

Masons of California, Raising a Reader, and Washington Unified School District Expand Programs to Improve Afghan Refugee Student Literacy in West Sacramento.

Interactive Map of Masonic Landmarks in San Francisco

Masons have met in San Francisco since at least 1848, when the first formal meeting of what would become San Francisco № 1 gathered together to launch their group.

New Program Launches to Enhance Math Outcomes for LA’s Young Learners

Masons of California, Raising a Reader, and Washington Unified School District Expand Programs to Improve Afghan Refugee Student Literacy in West Sacramento.

Celebrate the 175th Anniversary of the Grand Lodge of California!

Celebrate the 175th Anniversary of the Grand Lodge of California! Saturday, April 19, 5-9 p.m. Check out photos from our

Update on L.A. Fires and Resources for Fire Victims

Over the next three years, California Masons are committing $650,000 to the San Francisco Junior Giants in support of community programs aimed at championing local youth.

Grand Master’s Philly Tour 2026

This Independence Day, Walk in the Footsteps of the Founders Join fellow Masons next year as we celebrate the 250th

2025 Inspector Leadership Retreat Materials

2025 Inspectors Retreat Materials Welcome to the 2025 Inspector Lodge Leadership Retreats! Please download the presentations and materials from the

Keystone Initiative

Grand Master Salazar: 2025 Proclamations

Grand Master G. Sean Metroka announced Monday his administration’s proclamations for the 2024 fraternal year.

Beyond the Lodge: Impact Report 2024

Masons Make Three-Year, $650,000 Pledge to Giants Community Fund

Over the next three years, California Masons are committing $650,000 to the San Francisco Junior Giants in support of community programs aimed at championing local youth.

175th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of California

The 175th Annual Communications commences on October 25–27, 2024 at the California Masonic Memorial Temple in San Francisco.

Is Freemasonry a Religion?

Is Freemasonry a religion? It’s one of the most common questions people ask. Can Catholics be Masons? What religion to Masons believe in? The answer is both simple and, for many, a source of confusion.