The Museum of Freemasonry, established in 1838 and located at Freemasons’ Hall since 1933, presents the history, traditions, and values of Freemasonry through diverse exhibitions and events. It features an extensive collection of artefacts, including nearly 300-year-old records from the United Grand Lodge of England and various Masonic charities, recognized with ‘Designated Outstanding’ status by the Arts Council. The museum also offers archives for genealogical research, collaborating with Ancestry to provide access to over 1.7 million names of English Lodge members from 1751 to 1921, available with an Ancestry subscription or for free on-site after registering as a reader. Open to the public from Tuesday to Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm, the museum currently hosts the exhibition "Peace through Sacrifice," which displays rare photographs from the Second Boer War to World War II, illustrating the experiences of service members during these conflicts.
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Museum of Freemasonry
The Museum of Freemasonry, established in 1838 and located at Freemasons’ Hall since 1933, showcases the history, traditions, and values of Freemasonry through its exhibitions and events. The museum houses an extensive collection of artefacts, many nearly 300 years old, including records from the United Grand Lodge of England, the Supreme Grand Chapter, and various Masonic charities.
The museum's collections have been awarded ‘Designated Outstanding’ status by the Arts Council, recognizing their national and international importance. The museum also features archives related to individual Freemasons, Lodges, and Chapters.
For those interested in genealogical research, the museum collaborated with Ancestry to provide access to the names of over 1.7 million members of English Lodges from 1751 to 1921. These records can be accessed with an Ancestry subscription or for free at the museum after registering as a reader.
The museum is open to the public with free entry from Tuesday to Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm.
Current exhibitions include "Peace through Sacrifice," showcasing rare photographs from the Second Boer War to the end of the Second World War, highlighting the experiences of those who served in various capacities during the conflicts.