MASONIC EDUCATION
READING ROOM
A Virtual Home for Masonic Scholars
Too often, too much of our Masonic experience is consumed by the mundane yet necessary work of attending to the business of our Lodges. And while the social and charitable aspects of our Craft are cherished parts of our tradition, they too can command an inordinate share of our time and efforts. But what of improving ourselves as men and Masons? There is an undeniable thirst in modern Freemasonry for the esoteric knowledge entrusted to the care of well-informed brethren.
For as long as the Craft has existed, brethren have gathered together outside of their regular communications to exchange Masonic ideas and insights. Yet for some brothers, whether due to distance or the many demands of modern life, this experience hasn’t been within reach.
Until now.
Thinkers wanted, apply within
We proudly present Craftsmen Online’s Reading Room, a Masonic Reading Group presented on YouTube. These meetings focus on a reading selection from a Masonic book or Masonic theme, discussed by a panel of Brothers. Our programs are free, open to all Masons in good standing, and those with an interest in the Ancient and Gentle Craft of Freemasonry. All programs are recorded and available on our YouTube channel.
OUR NEXT EVENT
The next Craftsmen Online Reading Room will livestream on December 5th. Join our host, RWB Jason Short, and his guests for a conversation on “The Dhammapada“.
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Masonicare at Ashlar Village
Discover the rich history and vibrant community of Masonicare in Connecticut through the eyes of a traveling Master Mason sharing wine and fellowship.
What Is a Masonic Pursuivant
Discover the historical roots of the Masonic Pursuivant. Learn how medieval heraldry and chivalric traditions shaped this essential Grand Lodge officer role.
The True History of Independence Day and Freemasonry
Explore John Adams’ prediction for Independence Day and the verified history of the nine Freemasons who signed the Declaration of Independence.
Tompkins Memorial Chapel
Examine the 1911 dedication of the Daniel D. Tompkins Memorial Chapel in Utica, New York. This history delivers clear proof points from a rare postcard account.
Masonic Postcard Pictures
A tour through images of historic Masonic buildings located on the Masonic Care Community Campus in Utica, New York.
A Brother’s 9/11 Tribute
For many New Yorkers, September 11, 2001 remains a day permanently etched into memory.
Bridging the Generation Gaps in the Craft
Bridging the gap in our lodges requires respect from every side. When we combine our strengths, the entire fraternity grows stronger.
Brotherhood and the Cost of the Mask You Forgot You Were Wearing
True brotherhood requires men to drop their protective performances and risk sharing the slightly truer version of themselves, transforming the lodge from a room of isolated masks into a space of genuine, resilient connection.
My Journey to the East
My Masonic story did not follow a straight path. Like many Brothers, life took me in different directions, and after becoming an Entered Apprentice, I found myself away from the Craft for nearly twenty years.