The Northern Light - February 2021

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Hall of Fame MASONIC

T

he Masonic values of brotherly love, relief, and

and our fraternity. This Hall of Fame—to be located at the

truth are deeply embedded in American history.

Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library in Lexington,

When you look back at the timeline that led to great

Massachusetts—will showcase American Freemasons from

American achievements, it is easy to see the impact

all walks of life and all eras of our rich history.

of Freemasons upon the world. From titans of industry and celebrated inventors to Revolutionary War heroes

We are proud to play host to this incredible showcase

and Presidents, there are innumerable examples of how

of Masonic achievement and through it, continue to

Freemasonry has touched our daily lives.

emphasize to the public the fraternal connection that Masonry has shared with historical figures since the very

In October of this year, we collectively celebrate the

beginning of our country. This first class of inductees

influential works of Freemasons in American history

includes some of the most well respected and recognizable

when the Scottish Rite, NMJ unveils The Masonic Hall

faces in our history. Their induction will be honored in late

of Fame—a formal recognition for those members of our

2021 at our inaugural Hall of Fame Gala. Stay tuned

Craft who have made incredible contributions to mankind

for further information about the event.

Benjamin Franklin

1706 – 1790

Meriwether Lewis & William Clark

1774 – 1809 1770 – 1838

Irving Berlin

1888 – 1989

George Washington

Mark Twain

John Glenn

1732 – 1799

1835 – 1910

1921 – 2016

Prince Hall

John Lejeune

John Lewis

ca. 1735 – 1738 – 1807

1867 – 1942

1940 – 2020

Harry Truman

1884 – 1972

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