U.S. Masonic History
U.S. Masonic history on video.
THE NORTHEAST CORNER
In this wonderfully illustrated lecture, perfect for Lodge programs, noted author Dr. S. Brent Morris discussed how the Northeast Corner became a significant aspect of the traditional Masonic Ritual. He also explains how cornerstone ceremonies still play a vital role in the present times.
CLEOPATRA’S NEEDLE: THE MISSING LINK IN MASONRY
In the 1870s, the United States was gifted a 69-foot tall ancient Egyptian obelisk that marked where Cleopatra and Marc Antony had their famous love affair. Join us as we watch members of the Springfield, Virginia Lodge 217 dismantle and re-assemble a 1/15th scale wooden replica to uncover the Masonic symbols hidden inside.
THE HERITAGE OF AMERICAN PATRIOTISM
Join us as we visit the National Sojourners Headquarters to learn more about the history of the military arm of the Freemasons. As you tour historic property once owned by famous Freemason George Washington, discover the philosophy of the ancient Masonic fraternity as
THE HISTORY OF THE BLUE LODGE RITUAL
Watch Robert G. Davis, FPS, present at the 1996 Minneapolis Masonic Expo on how he, alongside Thomas Smith Webb and William Preston, influenced the American Masonic Ritual that is now used in a majority of Grand Lodges in the United States. As one of our most popular videos, this make a perfect program for your next Lodge meeting. This story is told in cooperation with the Collingwood Library and the Museum on Americanism.