Links for More Information

Masonic Research Lodges are created for the purpose of 'spreading light' in and about Freemasonry. In addition to the links page found on the Grand Lodge of Maine website, here are some additional sites oriented towards Masonic research which the MLR Webmaster has found to be quite helpful.

The list is long but that's because there are SO many excellent websites which have Masonic information. Click on the graphics/links below to visit these sites, recommended by the MLR Webmaster.

We also encourage you to check out the MAINE MASONIC COLLEGE section of the Grand Lodge Website. There's lots happening there as well!

We're pleased to link to the website for the Iowa Lodge of Research #2. This Lodge has a long and proud history in Masonic research and your Webmaster has been a member for many, many years. It's a pleasure to see them on the web. We recommend them highly! (Wor. Bro. Dan Pushee is their Webmaster. Dan and I are both Past Masters of the same lodge - long ago and far away!!!)
Anniversary Lodge of Research #175 in New Hampshire is nearby for those Maine Masons wanting to visit outside of our jurisdiction. It s Annual Meeting each year is at the Masonically famous William Pitt Tavern at Strawberry Bank in Portsmouth. Bro. Furber does an excellent job keeping in touch with MRL and we wish ALR#175 the best. Be sure to check out their excellent newsletters!
The Philalethes Society is the oldest and largest Masonic research organization and for over 50 years has been a "must" for all Masonic scholars. Membership is limited to Master Masons. The PSOC Annual Meeting is held in Washington, DC during 'Masonic week'. They also host semi-annual meetings throughout North America featuring Masonic speakers of note.
Quartor Coronati Lodge #2076 in London is the Premiere Masonic Research Lodge in the world. While membership in the Lodge itself is limited to 30 outstanding Masonic scholars, any Master Mason can join the Correspondence Circle (QCCC) and receive the transactions of the Lodge in addition to attending their meetings if visiting in the UK. Our own Past Master, VW Bro. Richard Rhoda, is their Local Secretary for Maine and can provide more information on this outstanding Masonic research Lodge.
Since 1952, the Southern California Lodge of Research, F&AM has been one of the most prolific of research lodges. Their membership is an excellent bargain and their mailings are near legendary in terms of great content. A truly excellent investment for students of Masonic research.
A new type of Masonic Research Lodge involves re-enactors and reenactment. One outstanding example of this concept is found in the located in South Dakota. They've got a GREAT website and some very interesting concepts. Check them out by clicking on the graphic above.
Established in 1991, this is one of the fastest growing Masonic Research organizations today. Their annual publication, Heredom, contains a wealth of information not otherwise available. Membership in SRRS is VERY strongly suggested for any Masonic scholar or someone who thinks they might like to be at some future point in time.
Another excellent research lodge is that of the Texas Lodge of Research. One of their Past Masters was named a Fellow of the Maine Lodge of Research and their members have produced numerous outstanding Masonic books over the years.
Those with an interest in all things "Templar" will certainly want to head to this site which features well-researched and interesting information on the oft-misunderstood Knights Templar. Brother Stephen Dafoe understands and appreciates the many conflicting opinions which surround the issue of the sometimes claimed 'link to Freemasonry'. Lots of interesting reading here.
If the information you're seeking is in list form (dates of founding of Grand Lodges, which way other jurisdictions wear their aprons during the Entered Apprentice Degree or nearly any other piece of information that can appear in a list), head to Paul Bessel's website. Paul is the Librarian of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial and has more information in a condensed form that nearly anywhere else on the web. Very highly recommended! We're also proud that Paul is a Fellow of the Maine Lodge of Research!
Pietre-Stones identifies itself as 'a review about Freemasonry made by Freemasons for Freemasons'. Its Italian creator and its broad international following makes it a source for material not otherwise available to US Masons. We think you'll find it interesting. There are full copies of many reference works along with current essays and a thoughtful discussion list. Check it out!
The Civil War Lodge of Research #1865 is an official Lodge of Research under the Grand Lodge of Virginia.
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