Jackson Lodge #17 - Free & Accepted Masons - Michigan

03/28/2026

Pierogi making in Full effect for the Lodge!

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01/16/2026

Where do you all stand on this?

Membership of the Freemasons or similar organisations became declarable in December ➡️ https://bbc.in/458164c

11/24/2025

A little overdue, but important. Welcome Jackson’s newest Brother in 2025!

11/24/2025

Do any of the Brothers from the Christmas Parade have any photos from family or friends of us in the Parade? Please post them!!!

11/22/2025

The Annual Joint Jackson 17 / St. Nicholas 12 PHA Christmas Parade!

11/18/2025

Sad news from Grand Lodge: The Right Worshipful Senior Grand Warden Terry Trout has laid down his working tools after a courageous battle with cancer. Fare Thee Well RW Brother, Godspeed.

10/09/2025

HRH serves as a source of unity for Masonry around the Globe. Amity and recognition between Sovereign Grand Lodges and the UGLE is the unifier for Lodges scattered throughout the earth. We thank him for his role on his Birthday!

On behalf of our members, we would like to wish a very Happy Birthday to the Grand Master, HRH The Duke of Kent KG 🎂

03/03/2025

All Brethren! Please take note of Worshipful Brother Mike Hick’s Granddaughter who is missing! Keep an eye out and report any sighting you may have immediately! Let’s keep watch for our PM and his family!

02/26/2025

SW Jarrod Olsen of Lansing Lodge #33 doing the right thing! Participate and support him!

One man who has made it his mission to provide beds to kids in need is Jarrod Olsen, president of the organization’s Lansing chapter.

01/01/2025

12/27/2024

On this day in 1813, a monumental event in the history of Freemasonry occurred—the formation of the United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE). This historic milestone was achieved through the union of two Grand Lodges that had been operating independently at the time:

1️⃣ The Premier Grand Lodge (established in 1717), often referred to as the “Moderns”.
2️⃣ The Ancient Grand Lodge (established in 1751), known as the “Antients”.

After years of differences in practice, ritual, and administration, the two Grand Lodges set aside their disagreements to form a single, unified body. This unification marked the beginning of a new era for Freemasonry in England and beyond.

The Articles of Union were signed, and on 27th December 1813, the United Grand Lodge of England was officially established during a special meeting held at Freemasons’ Hall in London. The date was deliberately chosen to coincide with the Feast of St. John the Evangelist, one of the two patron saints of Freemasonry.

Since its founding, UGLE has grown to become one of the most recognised Masonic governing bodies in the world, overseeing thousands of Lodges and upholding the core principles of Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth.

Today, as we celebrate UGLE’s 211th anniversary, we reflect on its rich heritage, enduring traditions, and the unifying spirit that has guided Freemasonry for centuries.

🎉 Happy Birthday, UGLE! 🎉