The Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the State of Alabama, commonly called the Grand Lodge of Alabama, is one of two Masonic grand lodges in the state (the other being the predominantly African American Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Alabama, founded in 1870.)
The Grand Lodge of Alabama was established in Cahawba, Alabama on June 11, 1821, with Thomas Wadsworth Farrar as its first Grand Master. Previous to the Grand Lodge’s formation, Masonic Lodges existed in the state under charters from the Grand Lodges of Louisiana, Kentucky, Georgia, South Carolina, and Tennessee. The creation of the Grand Lodge of Alabama provided unity and guaranteed that a common ritual was being performed during the degree work. The Grand Annual Communications have always been held at the state capital. They were held in December at Cahawha from 1821-1825. The location of the Grand Lodge meetings was moved to Tuscaloosa (1826-1846) and Montgomery (1847-present). Former Grand Masters of Alabama include Governors Rufus Cobb (1881-2) and Russell Cunningham (1900-1) and U. S. Senator John H. Bankhead (1883-4).
As of 2013, there were 291 active Lodges, with a total membership of 25,885.
On November 14, 2017, the Grand Lodge of Alabama voted to recognize the Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Alabama.
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- Thanksgiving Hours November 25, 2024Brethren, The Grand Lodge office will be closed November 27th through December 1st for the Thanksgiving Holidays. We wish you and yours a happy and healthy holiday and safe travels. We will resume normal business hours on Monday December 2nd. Thanks, R:.W:. Zachary Allen Holmes Grand Secretary/Executive Director Grand Lodge of Alabama, F&AM P O Box […]Chris Rains
- Grand Lodge Annual Communication Letter September 12, 2024The post Grand Lodge Annual Communication Letter appeared first on GL of AL.Ross Jackson
- Independence Day July 4, 2024Brethren All, Your Grand Lodge office wishes you and yours a happy and safe Independence Day Holiday. The Grand Lodge office will be closed July 4th and 5th. We will resume normal business hours Monday, July 8th. Zachary Allen HolmesGrand Secretary/Executive DirectorGrand Lodge of Alabama, F&AM The post Independence Day appeared first on GL of AL.Chris Rains
- Grand Bay Lodge Pew January 10, 2024Brethren, Do you know of a masonic lodge or affiliated body that is in need of lodge furniture? If so, these pews are available free of charge, but must be picked up from Grand Bay No 767. Please contact Brother Mark Webster, Secretary of Grand Bay No 767, for more information. Fraternally,Zach A. Holmes, Grand […]Brian McDonald
- Cornerstone Exemplification December 13, 2023The Grand Lodge of Alabama F.&A.M. exemplified the laying of the Cornerstone and the Dedication of a new lodge. This was exemplified Masons from across the state of Alabama. These rituals can be found in the Masonic Ritual Monitor: Laying of the Cornerstone – Pages 121-137Dedication of a new lodge – Pages 138-149 The post […]Chris Rains
- MM Degree at Sam Dixon #218 October 20, 202345 were in attendance tonight at Sam Dixon Lodge #218 as Brother Tommy Leonard received his MM degree. The post MM Degree at Sam Dixon #218 appeared first on GL of AL.Chris Rains
- October 2023 October 7, 2023To all my brethren in Free Masonry of Alabama. It is again my pleasure to say hello to you all. October is the month of Halloween for children. Sometimes the month of October is for those who see cooler weather, even a thought of Fall in the air. It now becomes time for me to […]Brian McDonald
- Arrangements for MWPGM Charter Lee Nicholson, Sr. September 25, 2023Most Worshipful Sirs, Right Worshipful Sirs, Worshipful Grand Lodge officers and Brethren All: It is my sad duty to inform you of the passing of Most Worshipful Charter Lee Nicholson, Sr., Grand Master of Masons in Alabama 1982-83. Arrangements for MWPGM Nicholson are as follows: Most Worshipful Grand Master Rusty Beck will open the Most […]Ross Jackson
- 2023 Grand Lodge Annual Communication September 12, 2023The post 2023 Grand Lodge Annual Communication appeared first on GL of AL.Ross Jackson
- September 2023 September 6, 2023Brethren All, This is a month that we as Americans celebrate the Labor we put forth to make a living. We are told not to let Masonry interfere with our Labor. Making the family safe and serving them is a Masons desire. This month also leads us toward fall and the turning of leaves further […]Brian McDonald
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