Freemasonry, the teachings and practices of the fraternal order of Free and Accepted Masons, the largest worldwide secret society. Spread by the advance of the British Empire, Freemasonry remains most popular in the British Isles and in other countries originally within the empire.

If you're considering joining the Freemasons, there are a few things you should know before taking the plunge. Continue reading to learn more.

Famous Freemasons can be found throughout history: George Washington was a Master Mason, and Benjamin Franklin was a founding member of the first Masonic Lodge in America.

We are proud to introduce MWB Leigh Creighton as the newly installed Grand Master of Masons in Arizona. A dedicated servant of the Craft, MWB Creighton brings a spirit of humility, leadership, and vision to his term. His theme for the year is both timeless and inspiring: “Masonry: A Way of Life.”

Freemasons belong to the oldest fraternal organization in the world, a group begun during the Middle Ages in Europe as a guild of skilled builders. With the decline of cathedral building, the...

Masons (also known as Freemasons) belong to the oldest and largest fraternal organization in the world. Today, there are more than two million Freemasons in North America. Masons represent virtually every occupation and profession, yet within the Fraternity, all meet as equals. Masons come from diverse political ideologies, yet meet as friends.