York Lodge No. 266 F&AM

York Lodge No. 266 F&AM Masons, friends, and family of York Lodge No. 266. York's oldest Lodge. St. Meetings were held at the Odd Fellow Hall on the corner of King and George Streets.

John’s Lodge No. 123 F&AM was granted a warrant on Nov 30, 1810 and was constituted in York, PA. The Lodge started with 10 members and grew to 41 in 1829 and due to the anti-masonic movement, the Lodge was disbanded and the warrant returned to the Grand Lodge of F&AM of PA. With new interest in Freemasonry, York Lodge No. 266 was granted a warrant on Sept 6, 1852 and was constituted on Nov 4, 185

2 with 9 members. By 1864 the membership grew to 151 members. On Sept 29, 1864 the Lodge moved to 17 North Beaver St where they rented the second and third floors. While continuing to grow 1 year later On Sept 5, 1865 the Lodge Purchased the entire building. York Lodge No. 266 F&AM Celebrated it’s 50th anniversary in 1902 and it’s 75th in 1927. On Dec 20, 1946 the Lodge took action on the resolution dated Dec 3, 1946 to move the Lodge to the Northeast corner of Beaver and Philadelphia Streets. The resolution was passed and the first meeting was held on April 8, 1947 at their new location. York Lodge No. 266 F&AM celebrated its 100th year anniversary on Nov 4, 1952. The program was presented by the Right Worshipful Past Grand Master Richard A Kern. On Oct 2, 1971 the present Masonic Temple at 400 Masonic Drive, York, PA was dedicated. The Right Worshipful Grand Master Hiram P. Ball laid the corner stone and dedicated the Lodge Room. With a growing membership of 598 members, York Lodge No. 266 F&AM celebrated it’s 125th anniversary on Nov 8, 1977. The 150th anniversary celebration was held on Sept 28, 2002, with a special meeting being held at the Masonic Temple and followed by a formal dinner held for this occasion at the Hanover Country Club. The Right Worshipful Grand Master, Marvin A Cunningham Sr., Grand Lodge Officers, Steve R. Ealy Sr PM., York Lodge No. 266 Officers, members, ladies, and guests were present. As a special point of interest, the Tyler of the Lodge up to the year 1900 hand delivered all notices to the members. Today, York Lodge No. 266 being the mother Lodge of York, PA stands united, strong, and a leader of brotherhood. Showing the best of what Freemasonry has to offer and practicing what we preach in taking good men and making them better. In conclusion, York Lodge No. 266 would like to leave you with a quote from one of the greatest Freemasons to ever walk this Earth.

“Freemasonry is kindness in the home; honesty in business; courtesy toward others; dependability in one's work; compassion for the unfortunate; resistance to evil; help for the weak; concern for good government; support for public education; and above all, a life-practicing reverence for God and love of fellow man.” - George Washington

05/14/2026

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175TH ANNIVERSARY YORK LODGE #266CLOTHING GROUP ORDERWe are ordering clothing via a group order, there are two group or...
04/22/2026

175TH ANNIVERSARY
YORK LODGE #266
CLOTHING GROUP ORDER

We are ordering clothing via a group order, there are two group orders going on simultaneously. One is for polo shirts and the other is for t-shirts and hoodie sweatshirts. Use the links below to order.

Ordering is open until May 22, 2026!!!!!!!!

The orders will be sent to me and can be picked up on Sunday May 24th from 1pm to 4pm or at the June stated meeting!

https://www.customink.com/g/nbp0-00d2-1rwh polo shirts

https://www.customink.com/g/nbp0-00d2-1rsj sweat and t-shirts

I'm organizing our Custom Ink order. You can pay me online. Thanks!

03/20/2026

Photos: K-9 Sgt. Mason and handler Cpl. Rick Wolf are introduced by the York County Sheriff's Office Friday, March 20, 2026. See link below ⬇️

📸 Dawn J. Sagert / York Daily Record

03/17/2026
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03/04/2026

Press Conference Notice!

Press Conference Notice
Introduction of K9 Mason – York County Sheriff’s Office
Date: March 20, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM
Location: York County Judicial Center 45 North George Street York, PA 5th Floor – Multipurpose Room 5009
The York County Sheriff’s Office will be hold a press conference with Sheriff Richard Keuerleber and representatives from partnering agencies to introduce the newest member of the Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit, K9 Mason.
K9 Mason was made possible through the cooperation of the York County District Attorney’s Office and a successful fundraising campaign organized by Zeredatha–White Rose Lodge No. 451 F&AM, along with support from additional local lodges throughout York County.
Members of the press are permitted to bring recording equipment. Press credentials must be presented upon entry.
For questions regarding the press conference, please contact the York County Sheriff’s Office at 717 771 2496.

02/16/2026

Reminder that scholarship applications are due one month from today!

We look forward to reading and reviewing all the applications submitted and appreciate every applicant for taking the time to go through this process.

https://pmyf.org/scholarships/

02/16/2026
12/30/2025
Congratulations to all officers taking their new roles today at noon! Pictured was our open installation earlier this mo...
12/27/2025

Congratulations to all officers taking their new roles today at noon! Pictured was our open installation earlier this month at our Stated Meeting. Happy St. John’s Day!

Wishing our Brothers, Family, and Friends a very Merry Christmas!
12/25/2025

Wishing our Brothers, Family, and Friends a very Merry Christmas!

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