Freemasonry in Hawaii
Find a lodge, learn how to join, and explore the Masonic history of the Hawaii.
Quick Facts: Freemasonry in Hawaii
- Grand Lodge
- Grand Lodge of Hawaii F. & A.M.
- Chartered
- 1989 (37 years of organized Freemasonry)
- Headquarters
- Honolulu, HI
- Annual Communication
- Annual Communication in April
- Address
- 1227 Makiki Street, Honolulu, HI 96814
Masonic History in Hawaii
Hawaii Freemasonry has roots in 19th-century lodges chartered by California, but the Grand Lodge of Hawaii itself was only formed in 1989 — making it one of the newest U.S. jurisdictions. King Kamehameha IV was an early advocate of Hawaiian Freemasonry.
For the full context of how Masonic ideas reached Hawaii — 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 Hawaii
Grand Lodge of Hawaii F. & A.M.
Chartered 1989
How to Join Freemasonry in Hawaii
The process for joining a Masonic lodge in Hawaii 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 Hawaii 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 Hawaii below or in our lodge directory.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Freemasonry in Hawaii.
When was Freemasonry established in Hawaii?+
The Grand Lodge of Hawaii F. & A.M. was chartered in 1989, making organized Freemasonry in Hawaii 37 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 Hawaii?+
To join Freemasonry in Hawaii, 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 Hawaii?+
Hawaii has dozens of active Masonic lodges under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Hawaii F. & A.M., headquartered in Honolulu. 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 Hawaii?+
The Grand Lodge of Hawaii 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 Hawaii?+
The Grand Lodge is located at 1227 Makiki Street, Honolulu, HI 96814. Phone: +1-808-949-6166. Website: https://hawaiifreemason.org.
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