The Grand Lodge of Ohio, formally known as the Grand Lodge of Free & Accepted Masons of Ohio, is the governing body of the largest group of Masonic lodges in Ohio (the next largest being the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Ohio). The Grand Lodge of Ohio follows the Anglo-American tradition of Freemasonry that is common in the United States. In 2018, the Grand Lodge reported a total membership of 75,000 Master Masons. The current Grand Master is Most Worshipful Brother Richard A. Dickerscheid of Fairfield, Ohio.
Read more on Wikipedia.
Our News on Ohio Freemasons:
Ohio/US – Masons’ Fishing Derby a success
(by Eddie Mowen Jr, The Register-Herald, July 16, 2024) Saturday, July 6, was the second annual Eaton Masonic Kids […]
Ohio/US – Masonic Lodges to collect donations to help victims of apartment fire
(by David Dupont, BG Independent News, June 14, 2024) Wood County Masonic Lodge #112, North Baltimore Masonic Lodge #561, […]
Ohio/US – Canton Masonic Temple: 100 years marked in rededication ceremony
(by Tim Botos, Canton Repository, April 28, 2024) Organizers of Saturday’s Masonic Temple rededication ceremony tried mightily to find […]
Ohio/US – Leesburg Masonic Lodge hosting April 19 fish fry
(by Brian Vance, Highland County Press, 10 April 2024) On Friday, April 19, Leesburg Masonic Lodge will open their […]
Ohio/US – Warren Masonic Lodge marks 200th anniversary
(by Bob Coupland, Tribune Chronicle, March 25, 2024) The Mahoning Chapter 10 of the Royal Arch Masons marked a […]
Ohio/US – From the Archives: Masonic Lodges of Warren County
(by Jordan Rushing, VDN, January 7, 2024) The history of Masonic Lodges in Warren County is a captivating journey […]
Ohio/US – Masonic officers elected for Flushing lodge
(by December 17, 2023 , The Times Leader, December 17, 2023 ) Gary D. Edwards of Uniontown has been […]
Ohio/US – The long history of the Wilton Clinton Masonic Lodge
(by Ashley Saari, Monadnock, 14th August 2023) The Clinton Masonic Lodge stands out on Wilton Main Street, sitting atop […]
Ohio/US – Freemasons celebrate the Grand Lodge of Ohio in East Palestine
(by editorial board, Salem News, August 04, 2023) Freemasons from across Ohio gathered July 30 to celebrate the Grand […]
Ohio/US – Images of the East Liverpool Masonic Lodge #681
(by editorial board, The Review, June 10, 2023) The East Liverpool Masonic Lodge #681, 422 Broadway St., held a […]
Ohio/US – Masonic lodges in the Valley endure, adapt to change
(by Bob Coupland, The Vindicator, May 8, 2023) Masonic lodges have had to close or merge as they face […]
Ohio/US – Freemasons to hold open house at lodge in downtown BG
(by David Dupont, BG Independent News, April 21, 2023) The Freemasons of Wood County Lodge #112 will open their […]
Ohio/US – Freemasons Hold an Open House in Williamsport for Those Who Are Curious
(by Jeremy Newman, tThe Scioto Post, April 16, 2023) Freemasonry is one of the oldest fraternal organizations in the […]
Ohio/US – Sabina Masonic Lodge to open its doors
(by editorial board, News Journal, April 13, 2023) On April 22, Sabina Masonic Lodge will open its doors for […]
Ohio/US – Local Masonic Lodges open their doors
(by editorial board, Record Herald, April 5, 2023) On April 22, the Fayette Masonic Lodge and Jeffersonville Masonic Lodge […]
Ohio/U.S. – Western Reserve Masonic Community residents move into renovated health care center
(by editorial board, The Gazette, February 23, 2023) Residents recently moved into the Western Reserve Masonic Community’s newly renovated […]
Ohio/U.S. – Raigen earns Masonic youth award
(by editorial board, Zanesville Times Recorder, February 15, 2023) Ohio Grand Master Steven Grindle presents Ryan Raigen, a junior […]
Ohio/U.S. – Masonic volunteers distribute fruit baskets to the elderly for the holiday season
(by John Lovejoy, The Daily Jeff, December 24, 2022) Members of the Masonic Volunteer Program from four Masonic Lodges, […]
Ohio/U.S. – Freemasons: Known for public service, entertainment, charity for more than 200 years
(by Tom Matowitz, FreshWater, October 13, 2022) Freemasons, the oldest fraternal organization in the world that is committed to […]
Ohio/U.S. – Greenville Masonic Lodge 143, under grandstand since 1972
(by Abigail Miller, Darke County NOW, September 8, 2022) The Greenville Masonic Lodge No. 143 has worked under the […]
Freemasons look to donate cornerstone
NEW SCHOOL SITE — photography by Dylan McKenzie (Herald-Star, May 13, 2018) CADIZ — The Harrison Hills City School District […]
Ohio/U.S. – Masonic cornerstone ceremony set for Harrison Central School
(by Adam Tychonski, The Times Leader, August 16, 2018) CADIZ — Harrison County commissioners announced Wednesday that a cornerstone […]
Ohio/U.S. – History of the Grand Lodge of Ohio
This week, the hosts of The Masonic Roundtable discuss the history of the Grand Lodge of Ohio. Click the picture […]
Ohio/U.S. – Judge Ellwood receives highest Lodge honor
(by Ray Booth, ThisWeek / The Daily Jeffersonian, Oct 16, 2018) Retired Judge David A. Ellwood of Cambridge has […]
Ohio/U.S. – Masonic Lodges give to widows, seniors
(by The Daily Jeff, December 20th, 2018) What better way to celebrate the holidays is there than by […]
Ohio/U.S. – Masons honor community members for service to others
(by Staff Report, Chillicothe Gazette, September 2, 2020) Scottish Rite Masons in Pike and Ross counties honored two Chillicotheans […]
Ohio/U.S. – North Baltimore Freemasons Lodge 561 selling memorial bricks
(by editorial board, The Courier, December 01, 2020) North Baltimore Freemasons Lodge 561 is selling memorial bricks for $75 […]
Ohio/U.S. – Masons donate $2K to feed elderly in Cleveland
(by editorial board, Bluebonnet News, February 5, 2021) While the COVID-19 pandemic may have caused erratic operations at some […]
Ohio/U.S. – Urbana Masons hold Annual Inspection
(by editorial board, Urbana Daily Citizen, March 12, 2021) Harmony Lodge #8 held its Annual Inspection last Saturday in […]
Ohio/U.S. – Augusta Masonic Lodge Donates Bikes and Kindles
(by editorial board, Fairfield The Sun Times, March 18, 2021) On March 2nd, Augusta Schools celebrated Dr. Seuss’ birthday. […]
Ohio, U.S. – Findlay Masonic Lodge awards scholarships to grads
(by editorial board, The Courier, June 14, 2021) Findlay Masonic Lodge 227 has awarded $1,000 scholarships to four Hancock […]
Cleveland, Ohio/U.S. – Freemason to receive honorary 33rd degree
(by Corray Murray, Hillsdale Daily News, illustration: 33rd degree cap – BricksMasons Shop, August 27, 2021) Hillsdale native Andrew Martin has […]
Ohio/U.S. – Consolidated Masonic lodges drive car show for community
(by Bob Coupland, Tribune Chronicle, September 6, 2021) For many years, the Gustavus Masonic Lodge in Kinsman hosted an […]
Ohio/U.S. – Masonry is about promoting values, service to others
(by Kristi R. Garabrandt, The Daily Jeffersonian, October 30, 2021) Cambridge — The Scottish Rite Free Masonry has been […]
Ohio/U.S. – 103-year-old John McCollum receives 80th-year Masonic Service Award
(by Brett Milam, The Clermont Sun, December 6, 2021) Worshipful Brother, John McCollum celebrated his 103rd birthday on November […]
Ohio/U.S. – A fire destroys the historic Masonic Temple in Zanesville
(by Olivia Wile, Spectrum News 7, January 07, 2022) Friday was a somber day in Zanesville after the fire […]
Ohio/U.S. – ‘I hate to see it go,’ Saying goodbye to Zanesville’s Masonic Temple
(by Erin Couch, Zanesville Times Recorder, January 23, 2022) It was just after 7 p.m. Friday when the Masonic […]
Ohio/U.S. – Day to day activities at Western Reserve Masonic Community
(by editorial board, Spotlight 5, March 07, 2022) There is always something happening at Western Reserve Masonic Community. Jason […]
Ohio/U.S. – Ross County Special Olympics receive funds from Chillicothe Masonic Lodge #6
(by editorial board, Chillicothe Gazette, June 23, 2022) The local Chillicothe Masonic Lodge #6 recently presented a donation to […]
Ohio/U.S. – Warren High student honored by manufacturers, Masons
(by editorial board, The Marietta Times, July 25, 2022) A random meeting at a local gas station led to […]
Latest News from Grand Lodge of Ohio:
Freemasonry
- Be Legendary: Bro. Richard Graeter March 21, 2025Please introduce yourself. Tell us your name, where you’re from, how long you’ve been an Ohio Mason, your home Lodge,... The post Be Legendary: Bro. Richard Graeter appeared first on Freemasonry.Syndney Corcoran
- Behind the Symbol: Masonic Altar March 6, 2025This blog was originally published on the Scottish Rite Northern Masonic Jurisdiction website. The Masonic altar is a timeless centerpiece... The post Behind the Symbol: Masonic Altar appeared first on Freemasonry.Syndney Corcoran
- Royal Arch Freemasonry with Bro. Kenneth Foy February 27, 2025York Rite Masonry encompasses many additional steps in a Master Mason’s journey to become a better man. Kenneth Foy leads... The post Royal Arch Freemasonry with Bro. Kenneth Foy appeared first on Freemasonry.Syndney Corcoran
- Bro. Dan Hall: 2025 Junior Grand Deacon February 6, 2025As we continue to highlight the men that make up our great leadership we invite you to learn more about... The post Bro. Dan Hall: 2025 Junior Grand Deacon appeared first on Freemasonry.Syndney Corcoran
- Be Legendary: Bro. Joe Shilling January 24, 2025As we continue our series highlighting “Legendary” men in Ohio Freemasonry we bring you our newest feature with Bro. Joe... The post Be Legendary: Bro. Joe Shilling appeared first on Freemasonry.Syndney Corcoran
- A Look Inside the Grotto with Bro. Dave Korb January 9, 2025Please introduce yourself. Tell us your name, where you’re from, how long you’ve been an Ohio Mason, your home Lodge,... The post A Look Inside the Grotto with Bro. Dave Korb appeared first on Freemasonry.Syndney Corcoran
- Be Legendary: Bro. Ryan Cresanto December 20, 2024MWB Carter’s theme this year is “Be Legendary” and his hope is that we take time to reflect on the... The post Be Legendary: Bro. Ryan Cresanto appeared first on Freemasonry.Syndney Corcoran
- Ohio Masonic Communities Foundation: First Lady Zoe Carter December 12, 2024Each year the First Lady chooses a charitable focus for the Masonic term that she encourages men to support throughout... The post Ohio Masonic Communities Foundation: First Lady Zoe Carter appeared first on Freemasonry.Syndney Corcoran
- An Interview with Brother Bill Carter, Part 2 December 5, 2024Join us for our Grand Master Interview Series Part 2: Coming to Freemasonry, as we discuss how Most Worshipful Brother... The post An Interview with Brother Bill Carter, Part 2 appeared first on Freemasonry.Syndney Corcoran
- An Interview with Bro. Dick Heldman on SRNMJ November 21, 2024Please introduce yourself. Tell us your name, where you’re from, how long you’ve been an Ohio Mason, your home Lodge,... The post An Interview with Bro. Dick Heldman on SRNMJ appeared first on Freemasonry.Syndney Corcoran
Cities in Ohio in articles on our website:
Grand Lodge of Ohio
One Masonic Drive
Springfield, Ohio 45504
(800) 292-6092 – Toll Free
(614) 885-5318 – Local
