Freemasonry in Maine
Find a lodge, learn how to join, and explore the Masonic history of the Maine.
Quick Facts: Freemasonry in Maine
- Grand Lodge
- Grand Lodge of Maine A.F. & A.M.
- Chartered
- 1820 (206 years of organized Freemasonry)
- Headquarters
- Holden, ME
- Annual Communication
- Annual Communication in May
- Address
- 1086 Main Road, Holden, ME 04429
Masonic History in Maine
Freemasonry in Maine is administered by the Grand Lodge of Maine A.F. & A.M., chartered in 1820. Headquartered in Holden, the Grand Lodge oversees Masonic activity across the state — including lodges in towns and cities of every size. Maine Masons follow the same three Blue Lodge degrees (Entered Apprentice, Fellowcraft, Master Mason) that anchor the Craft worldwide.
For the full context of how Masonic ideas reached Maine — 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 Maine
Grand Lodge of Maine A.F. & A.M.
Chartered 1820
How to Join Freemasonry in Maine
The process for joining a Masonic lodge in Maine 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 Maine 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 Maine below or in our lodge directory.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Freemasonry in Maine.
When was Freemasonry established in Maine?+
The Grand Lodge of Maine A.F. & A.M. was chartered in 1820, making organized Freemasonry in Maine 206 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 Maine?+
To join Freemasonry in Maine, 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 Maine?+
Maine has dozens of active Masonic lodges under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Maine A.F. & A.M., headquartered in Holden. 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 Maine?+
The Grand Lodge of Maine A.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 Maine?+
The Grand Lodge is located at 1086 Main Road, Holden, ME 04429. Phone: +1-207-843-1086. Website: https://mainemason.org.
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