Can Prince Hall Masons Visit Other Lodges?

Question

I was just accepted in a Prince Hall Masonary lodge. I was told by someone that Prince Hall Masons can only visit prince hall lodges. I dont see color or race. I like to travel during my downtime and I would like to visit different lodges is this possible

Answer 1

This depends on the state in which you reside. Some state Grand Lodges permit visitation and hold good relations with their Prince Hall counterpart. The element behind it isn't one of race, it has to do with Charters. I live in Germany, and am a member of the United Grand Lodges of Germany. Our english speaking Lodge sought out a charter from the existing Grand Body so that we might perform the American ritual here. Unfortunately, there are Prince Hall Lodges (all on a militiary installation) who have not gone this route of obtaining a charter. This dosn't mean that if you are a Prince Hall member you won't neccessarily be able to visit. While we do not recognize any of the Prince Hall Lodges in our area, we do recognize 4 Prince Hall Grand Lodges from the states who have petition for recognition. The best way to find out is to look in your Lodge's book of listed recognized Grand Lodges or simply e-mail the Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge in which you reside. You of course want to make sure that the lodge you are visiting is recognized by your PH GL, so as not to breech any rules. If you need further help, let me know. I am always glad to help out another brother.

Answer 2

Well , it sounds like your in a prince hall lodge now , I agree with the walt answer junior mason? Is that what they call enter apprentice , or fellowcraft. Well to answer your question you can leave at anything , there is no contractal agreement for u to finish your degree work at anyone lodge , but from what I know of prince hall , they are expensive , at least near Chicago and few other places and alot more focus on community , they I belive are very strict mason expecting alot from you to achieve, this in Masonic community is rare and should be left alone and unchanged . O, you can change , but why you have the very best of masonary ,and that's hard to find in mainstream lodges. Prince hall are a lost breed of un change and un welding belief this is how it's done . So be proud and happy , u will not find stronger masonary anywhere. I hope this answers your question ...... Widow son

Answer 3

If you check out the history of Prince Hall Masons and its derivity why would you want to visit a lodge that is not duly chartered as a Prince Hall Lodge. I recently encountered a brother that had a situation where his lodge was just formed without proper credentials and his WM was self appointed what a mess. I advise you check before you go. In closing remember all brothers are not brothers!=

Answer 4

It depends on whether the Grand Lodge of the particular state permits visitation by Prince Hall Masons. In the State of Pennsylvania, the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania permits visitation by Prince Hall Masons.



I cannot say what the rules are for any other states.

Answer 5

Here in NY State a Prince Hall Mason can visit any other lodge, provided (as usual) he has the proper means of identification. A few years back the PH lodge wasn't formally "Recognized" but we could let them in to talk and socialize, even if they weren't permitted in an open lodge.

Answer 6

Virginia's masonic bodies now fully recognize each other and there are frequent visitations. This was a big step for a former Confederate State and it was long overdue. Washington DC masons are actually fully integrated -- there is no distinction between Price Hall Masons and other Masons. Those are the only two places I can speak to.

Answer 7

It all depends on what group of states you are in... if your are in the confederate stated, then you will come across "masonic racist". In the union states all lodges are intermingling. It sounds unmasonic, but some people let skin color get in the way.

Answer 8

I just chased a mud lark on the beach

What rule did I break?