Grand Rapids Masonic Temple

04/25/2025

Oct 1, 1937 - Ballroom - before the fire - looking South.

10/21/2023

04/12/2023

Several earlier images of the Grand Rapids Masonic Temple taken from postcards. Notes are included with each image pointing out special details. Many interesting things to note: Rooftop flagpole - don't think that was ever there. What did things look like before the parking structure? Check out those trees on Fulton Street before they widened it. What else can you see? Enjoy!

08/25/2020

Cornerstone Laying Ceremony, Grand Rapids Masonic Temple - January 14, 1915

09/27/2016

Aftermath of the 1947 Grand Rapids Masonic Temple fire

09/26/2016

The fire of 1947 in full swing.

12/25/2014

Postcard showing the original design of the Grand Rapids Masonic Temple. The "Eastern Addition," including a larger theater and ball room, was not considered necessary at the time of construction. It was again considered in the 1920s due to the continued growth of the fraternity. The onset of the Great Depression once again shelved plans for the addition. The space is now occupied by our parking structure.

12/22/2014

We join everyone in the Grand Rapids Masonic community in mourning the passing of Norm Ferwerda from Grand Rapids Lodge #34. Norm was a longtime Trustee of the Masonic Temple Association and he will be missed. In addition to his lifetime of service in the craft, Norm served in the United States Navy during WWII on board the USS Syrma.

12/22/2014

For one hundred years two Lampoliers have guarded the original entrance to the Grand Rapids Masonic Temple. One is dedicated in the honor of William Adams, Masonic Temple Association President, who led the association through the effort to build our temple and passed away on the eve of the temple's completion. His Masonic biography was deposited into the building's cornerstone during the dedication of the building.

12/21/2014

A New Years Eve Party will be hosted at the Temple from 9:00 pm Dec 31 to 1:00 am January 1st. Light hors d'oeuvres and soft drinks will be provided. Family and friends are welcome. Karaoke and good times always on the menu. Contact Drew Swanson at [email protected] to RSVP.

12/20/2014

Congratulations to WBro Jacques Green and officers of GR #34 on their installation today. Also, brethren of North Star #5 PHA for the same.