Freemasonry in Georgia
Find a lodge, learn how to join, and explore the Masonic history of the Georgia.
Quick Facts: Freemasonry in Georgia
- Grand Lodge
- Grand Lodge of Georgia F. & A.M.
- Chartered
- 1786 (240 years of organized Freemasonry)
- Headquarters
- Macon, GA
- Annual Communication
- Annual Communication in October
- Address
- 811 Mulberry Street, Macon, GA 31201
Masonic History in Georgia
Georgia's Grand Lodge was chartered in 1786 — one of the very first in post-Revolutionary America. Solomon's Lodge No. 1 in Savannah, founded in 1734 by James Oglethorpe, claims to be the oldest continuously-operating lodge in the Western Hemisphere.
For the full context of how Masonic ideas reached Georgia — including the medieval origins of the Craft, the 1717 founding of organized Freemasonry, and how lodges spread to America — see our complete History of Freemasonry.
The Grand Lodge of Georgia
Grand Lodge of Georgia F. & A.M.
Chartered 1786
How to Join Freemasonry in Georgia
The process for joining a Masonic lodge in Georgia follows the same path as anywhere else in the United States. There are four core requirements:
- 1Be a man of at least 18 years old (some Georgia lodges require 21). Women interested in Masonic-affiliated organizations should look at the Order of the Eastern Star.
- 2Believe in a Supreme Being. Freemasonry is not a religion and does not specify which faith — only that you have one.
- 3Be of good moral character. Lodges run background checks; serious criminal history is usually disqualifying.
- 4Ask of your own free will. Masonry never recruits — you must approach a lodge yourself.
Next step: Use our quick quiz at /can-i-join to confirm you meet the requirements, then find a lodge in Georgia below or in our lodge directory.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Freemasonry in Georgia.
When was Freemasonry established in Georgia?+
The Grand Lodge of Georgia F. & A.M. was chartered in 1786, making organized Freemasonry in Georgia 240 years old. Some individual lodges predate the Grand Lodge by years or decades, operating under charters from older jurisdictions.
How do I join a Masonic lodge in Georgia?+
To join Freemasonry in Georgia, you must be a man of at least 18 (some lodges require 21), believe in a Supreme Being, and be of good moral character. The next step is to contact a lodge near you and ask to meet members — usually over a meal before a stated meeting. After conversation, you submit a petition; if accepted, you are scheduled for initiation. The full process from petition to becoming a Master Mason typically takes 4-12 months.
How many Masonic lodges are there in Georgia?+
Georgia has dozens of active Masonic lodges under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Georgia F. & A.M., headquartered in Macon. The Grand Lodge maintains an official roster of all active lodges — see the contact information above to request a list, or use our directory to find one near you.
Who governs Freemasonry in Georgia?+
The Grand Lodge of Georgia F. & A.M. is the sole governing body for "mainstream" Freemasonry in the state. It operates independently and sovereignly — no worldwide Masonic authority exists. Prince Hall Freemasonry (the historically African American tradition) operates a separate Grand Lodge in many states; both are recognized as regular Freemasonry across the United States.
What is the address of the Grand Lodge of Georgia?+
The Grand Lodge is located at 811 Mulberry Street, Macon, GA 31201. Phone: +1-478-742-1475. Website: https://glofga.org.
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