Abbeville Masonic Lodge #192
120 North State Street Abbeville, Louisiana 70510 Driving Directions To Abbeville Masonic Lodge #192
when the town of Abbeville was only 25 years old. The first temple if it could be called such, or meeting place is believed to have been in a building near the railroad depot and the Old Masonic Cemetery. This building was also used as a Methodist Church, and was possibly the first Methodist church in Abbeville. Numbered among the membership, starting in 1869 have been leading members of the community including, doctors, lawyers, judges, educators, military men, businessmen, farmers, political leaders, fishermen, merchants, builders and laborers. Each of these men were men of good will searching for light. Most of the early membership, because they spoke English were called "Americans" (outsiders), who had come to Abbeville. Very few of the French speaking natives were interested in the Masonic Lodge. Among the exceptions were Brother Lastie Broussard, the Clerk of Court and Brother Joseph Trahan, who was a local farmer. things. If an institution can stand the test of time and maintain their ideals and principles it must be worthwhile. Masonry first came to Abbeville in 1869. Even though membership has changed through several generations the ideals & principles have stood unchanged. great influence for good in the growth of our community. The foundation of Masonry is deeply laid upon the Great Book of Life and will remain true to the end when the Great Master of all will take charge of the craft and order the working tools laid down and the craft dismissed." The present Masonic Lodge was authorized on March 18, 1920. The cornerstone was laid September 4, 1920 with the Most Worshipful Grand Master Ira Weigram officiating that meeting. We are continually trying to improve our Masonic skills and to that end we meet on the "off" Thursdays for practice. Our lodge sponsors a dyslexia program at no cost to parents. Just contact the Lodge for more information on this program. We are always on the lookout for good honest men to join our organization. If you have an interest in learning more about Masonry, contact us or drop by on our Stated Meeting nights. Our Fellowship Meal is at 6:30 PM. Our meeting is at 7:30. Come experience great southern hospitality, good food and fantastic home-made gumbo when the air is chilly. Meeting Schedule Driving Directions First Thursday Stated Communication Fellowship Meal at 6 PM Meeting starts at 7 PM Second Thursday Practice Night Meeting starts at 7 PM Third Thursday Stated Communication Fellowship Meal at 6 PM Meeting starts at 7 PM Fourth Thursday Practice Night Meeting starts at 7 PM Abbeville Masonic Lodge #192 We Masons take privacy matters very seriously. We do not share your email with anyone, period. Your reply will be sent to the email address you provide. Please allow 24 to 48 hours for us to reply. State Masonic Lodge Directory
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