First off, who are the Masons? Masons (also known as Freemasons) belong to the oldest and largest fraternal organization in the world. Masons represent virtually every occupation and profession, yet with the Fraternity, all meet as equals. Masons come from diverse political ideologies, varied beliefs and creeds but all meet as friends and believe in one God. You can read the origin of Honolulu Lodge under the Lodge History but what else do we do? We encourage men to become better men, better husbands, better fathers and better citizens. The fraternal bonds formed in the Lodge help build lifelong friendships. We sponsor Public Schools week and Constitutional Observances throughout the United States. We also encourage membership in other Masonic Bodies like Shriners, Scottish Rite, York Rite and National Sojourners because you must be a Mason to join any other Masonic Body. There are also Masonic groups for women and children founded on the same principles of Masonry. The only way to join a Masonic Lodge is to ask to join. Who can qualify to join Honolulu Lodge? Any male at least 18 years old and be of good character and believe in the existence of one God and the immortality of the soul. You must abide by the laws and Constitution of the United States and support the local government. Some notable Masons you may know are: George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, John Hancock, Andrew Jackson, Buzz Aldrin, Beethovan, Charles Linbergh, Douglas MacArthur, Motzart, J.C.Penny, Henry Ford, John Wayne, John Glenn, Harry S. Truman, Ty Cobb, Ernest Brognine, John Paul Jones, Rudyard Kipling, Davy Crockett, King Kamehameha IV and thousands more. To find out more or to petition for membership/affiliation, please contact myself or one of the other officers. The forms are attached here for your benefit and we look forward to helping you through your Masonic journey.