Established in 1975 by the Scottish Rite Freemasons of the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction, the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library tells the story of Freemasonry and fraternalism in the context of American history.
Unique in the nation, the Museum aims to be the “historical society” of American Freemasonry by collecting, preserving, interpreting and celebrating the history of fraternalism. We pay special attention to the history of the Scottish Rite and strive to serve the Masonic community.
The Museum’s collection related to American Freemasonry, fraternalism, and American history numbers more than 26,000 objects. The Van Gorden-Williams Library and Archives research collection comprise 65,000 books, 1,600 serial titles and 2,000 cubic feet of archival materials. The Museum also manages an additional 12,000 objects and documents from the collection of the Grand Lodge of Masons in Massachusetts under a long-term loan agreement.
Your membership contribution goes directly towards the Museum’s operating expenses, supports free admission for all visitors, and is tax-deductible.
Generous gifts to the Museum & Library collection help the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library to fulfill its mission and to tell the story of American and fraternal history.
Many of our Charities were established or sustained through generous supporters remembering our work in their wills. Your commitment can serve as the cornerstone of our future when you join the Cornerstone Society.
