Alpha Lodge, A. F. & A. M.

Constituted November 13, 1876 | Framingham, Massachusetts

Welcome to the home page of Alpha Lodge, Ancient Free and Accepted Masons, located at 404 Concord Street in Framingham, Massachusetts.

We meet every 4th Monday, September through June

As a lodge of Freemasons, we are part of the oldest and largest fraternal organization in the world, an organization that is dedicated to the basic tenets of friendship, morality, and brotherly love. Alpha Lodge was formally constituted on November 13, 1876, and has been quietly serving the Framingham community since its inception. Part of our mission, and every Masonic lodge's mission, is to "make good men better" to serve our families, fraternity, faith, communities, and country. Alpha Lodge operates by charter under the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons of Massachusetts.

Inquire

The first step to becoming a Freemason, especially if you don't know any, is to get to know some of us. Becoming a Freemason is a very personal decision and is not a right fit for everyone. We want to get to know you to make sure Masonry is right for you, and you should get to know us to understand if we are the right lodge for you.

Engage

We meet once each month and start by sitting down together to share a meal. We spend time catching up but will often have a presentation or discussion of an educational, historical, or philosphical nature. While meetings are reserved for only those who are Freemasons, guests and visitors are warmly received for dinner, by invitation.

Ask

No one is asked to become a Freemason. This is not a society that has been privately selected by invitation only. Our Fraternity is built on free-minded men who seek out and ask to be made a Mason. Once you have gotten to know some of the members, ask for a petition. They will let you know if they think it is right for you and the right time to join.

Petition

Once you fill out your petition, you will be expected to give references to vouch for your character and values. This is one reason it is so important to get to know some of the members. After you have your petition submitted, several members will be assigned to your request and will meet with you to explore your interest and provide answer to any remaining questions.

Events & Reservations

Oct

24

Alpha Oct 24 Meeting Dinner

Nov

28

Alpha Nov 28 Meeting Dinner

Dec

19

Alpha Dec 12 Meeting Dinner

Jan

23

Alpha Jan 23 Meeting Dinner

Feb

27

Alpha Feb 27 Meeting Dinner

Mar

27

Alpha Mar 27 Meeting Dinner

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Meridian Lodge Hosts November 15th District Lodge of Instruction

The 15th District Lodge of Instruction, hosted by Meridian Lodge this month, is honored to have Right Worshipful Dana Scofield presenting. Brother Scofield is a friend of Alpha Lodge and has presented across North America for his scholarly work. The presentation “'By Which the Temple of the Soul is Made Perfect and Beautiful': Exploring the Masonic Teachings on Architecture that makes up this presentation," was featured in Philalethes: The Journal of Masonic Research and Letters, Vol. 69. No.1.

Apha Lodge and the members of the 15th Masonic District on November 24 at Meridian Lodge in NatickOther recent works by Brother Scofield include his work in "Exploring Early Grand Lodge Freemasonry: Studies in the Honor of the Tricentennial of the Establishment of the Grand Lodge of England." We hope you will join Alpha Lodge on November 28 at 6:00 PM for this important presentation.

Brother Lee Dickson Has Laid Down His Working Tools

acacia LeeCharlesDickson Brother Lee Dickson was a 65-year member of Alpha Lodge. After leaving leaving Framingham in 1953, he served in U.S. Army for 30 years (1953 - 1983). He served in Vietnam, and received the Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of Merit w/3 Oak Leaf Clusters, Bronze Star Medal.

As an Army Colonel and veteran of the Korean and Vietnam wars, he was the head of army clubs and hotels worldwide. He frequently sent officers to participate in the week-long leadership conference organized by the School. Highlights of his career include Operations Officer & J4 of MACV, Vietnam, Assistant Professor of Military Science (URI), Commander 95th S&S Battalion, Germany, G4 Delta Regional Assistance Command Vietnam, Army Director of Club Management. Co-Author "Riverine Operations" Army Training Text 31-75 ("67) and Military Review article (8/67) "Army Forces in Riverine Operations. Brother Dickson will be interred at Arlington National Cemetary on October 11, 2018. Freedom Military Lodge #1775 will be conducting the ceremony with the Master, Junior Warden, Chaplain, Junior Steward, and two members of Alpha Lodge in attendance.

October 2018 Second Degree

FirstDegree

At the Alpha Lodge regular communication on Monday, October 22, we will be conferring the Second Degree on four worthy candidates. We will also be receiving the District Deputy Grand Master, Right Worshipful Brother Alfredo Canhoto, and his suite for his last official visit to Alpha Lodge.

If you have interest in speaking with someone to learn more about Freemasonry or how you might become a Freemason, please click on the Learn More button.

The Freemasons do not solicit membership, so you should feel free to inquire without committment.

Alpha Hosts September Lodge of Instruction

OldBook Alpha Lodge hosted this past month's Lodge of Instruction. Worshipful Brother Craig Rothman was pleased to revive the traditional meal before the Lodge of Instruction, served by our resident chef, Steve Dembro, from Stevie's Eatery.

We thanked the outgoing Master of LOI, Worshipful Brother Grim on a job well done, and we welcomed the new Master of the Lodge of Instruction, Worshipful Paul Eckler, and his suite of officers. Worshipful Brother Adam Marks, the District Education Officer for the 15th North Masonic District, along with his counterpart for the Southern District, Worshipful Robert Jackson, presented the thoughts on Masonic Education, and the officers from the lodges participated in a captivating short play, "What Kind of Mason Are You?"

Alpha Lodge was pleased to be awarded the Little Laterns Award for most Officers at a Lodge of Instruction.

Volunteers for Pearl Street Cupboard & Café

Service to the community is a hallmark of Freemasonry around the world. While this takes a varity of forms, the members of Alpha Lodge literally serve the community by working at the Pearl Street Cupboard & Café.

The partnership with the Pearl Street Cupboard & Café was created by Worshipful Brother Donald W. Crookes, Jr., during his term as Master of Alpha Lodge in 2014, and Wor. Bro. Crookes continues to lead and champion our service efforts in the Framingham community.

With the recent relocation of the Salvation Army of Framingham, which no longer has a facility to operate their relief program, the Pearl Street Cupboard & Café is increasing their program from two to five nights per week. Alpha Lodge would like to help through a commitment by our members. If you would like to discuss with us, please complete the How Can I Help form. To learn more, please read on.

Past Master of Alpha Lodge Inducted into Legion of Honor

Worshipful Steven Mason Knott, Past Master of Alpha Lodge and long-time contributor to the John Eliot Chapter of De Molay, has the distinct honor of being inducted into the De Molay Legion of Honor on January 7, 2017.