Hiram Lodge #1, A.F. & A.M.
The olde lodge at New Haven
chartered 1750
New Haven, Connecticut USA
From the East
Greetings from the East,
My sincere thanks to the Brothers of Hiram Lodge No. 1 for placing their confidence in me by electing me to serve as Worshipful Master for the 2026 year. I am deeply honored and humbled by your trust and I look forward, together with your support, to a productive, engaging, and meaningful year.
I would also like to extend my heartfelt congratulations and gratitude to Worshipful Brother Glenn Felton and his officers for an outstanding year of leadership. Under his guidance, the Lodge enjoyed many memorable events including the Cornhole Tournament benefiting the Tommy Fund, a magnificent gala celebrating our 275th anniversary, and exceptional ritual work and education provided to our newest Brothers.
The year 2026 marks the 100th anniversary of our beautiful Lodge building. Formal celebrations are being planned for October and will include an open house, a cornerstone rededication by the Grand Lodge Officers, and a dinner to follow. As you know, our building is the largest and last remaining grand purpose-built Masonic temple in the state. We rightly take great pride in laboring within its walls. I am confident that I, along with the New Haven Masonic Temple Association coordinating these festivities, can rely on your enthusiastic support and involvement. Further details will be shared as more plans are finalized.
Hiram Lodge No. 1 is not only the oldest Lodge in the state, but also among the strongest and most active. I know I can count on every Brother – from the most knowledgeable Past Masters to our newest Entered Apprentices in the Northeast Corner – to continue the excellent work that has defined this Lodge since 1750. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me with any questions, ideas, or concerns. I, along with the entire suite of officers, are here to serve you.
Fraternally yours,
Clinton T. Potter
2026 Worshipful Master
Hiram Lodge #1, A.F. & A.M.
Upcoming Events
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Hiram Lodge No. 1, A.F. & A.M.
Stated Communication
January 22, 2026 - 7:30pm
dinner at 6:30pm, $10. please RSVP
Fellowcraft Degree
Stated Communication
February 12, 2026 - 7:30pm
dinner at 6:30pm, $10. please RSVP
Program:
WB Martin Ede, our Historian
Blue Lodge Council
at Trumbull #22, New Haven
January 29, 2026 - 7:15pm
dinner at 6:30pm, $10. please RSVP
Program: Masonicare information
Stated Communication
February 26, 2026 - 7:30pm
dinner at 6:30pm, $10. please RSVP
Entered Apprentice Degree
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Hiram Lodge #1 AF & AM meets in the Lodge Building at 285 Whitney Avenue in New Haven, Connecticut. Chartered in 1750, we have been a part of the New Haven community for 275 years. We are the oldest lodge in the state and are proud to be a member of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of the State of Connecticut. We, along with over Ninety other lodges in our state are part of the estimated Six Million members of Free Masonry, world wide. Hiram Lodge #1 is a proud member of our New Haven community.
Welcome to New Haven, Connecticut USA! We've been citizens of New Haven and the surrounding towns for 275 years. Most of our members live and work in the area and we're proud of our City. If you're a Freemason and plan to be in town, we'd love to welcome you to our lodge. New Haven has excellent museums, shows, parks and Long Island Sound shore line. Shopping and food are tops on the list. Want to know more about New Haven? Click Here!
Welcome to our website. Hiram Lodge No.1 is a Masonic Lodge in New Haven, Connecticut. The information on this website is meant to inform our members and the public of what is currently happening around our Lodge and the Grand Lodge of Connecticut. Freemasonry is an organization of men who are interested in self improvement, service to our community and the well being of our fellow brothers and their families. Our Lodge dates back to the time of the founding of our nation and we try to live our lives by the traditions and ideals of our fraternity. We welcome inquiries to our Lodge and Freemasonry in general. Our fraternity is world wide and spans ethnic, religious and political beliefs by welcoming all good men who show an interest in learning and living the ancient teachings. These teachings include a belief in a supreme being, a commitment to good citizenship, moral living and a desire to be a better person.
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