Welcome to Waxahachie Masonic Lodge #90 AF&AM
Building Brotherly Love and Charity within our Community
Welcome to Waxahachie Masonic Lodge #90 AF&AM
Building Brotherly Love and Charity within our Community
Who We Are
Our Vision
What is a Freemason
What is a Freemason
- Moral and Spiritual Growth· To help individuals become better, more virtuous people through introspection, discipline, and enlightenment.
· To cultivate virtues such as integrity, justice, charity, tolerance, and brotherhood. - Pursuit of Knowledge
To encourage learning, wisdom, and the search for truth—both spiritual and philosophical.
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- Moral and Spiritual Growth· To help individuals become better, more virtuous people through introspection, discipline, and enlightenment.
· To cultivate virtues such as integrity, justice, charity, tolerance, and brotherhood. - Pursuit of Knowledge
To encourage learning, wisdom, and the search for truth—both spiritual and philosophical.
Many of the degrees involve deep symbolism, philosophical teachings, and historical allegories. - Brotherhood and Unity
To unite men from all walks of life in a fraternal bond based on shared values and mutual respect.
Promotes the idea of a universal brotherhood transcending national, religious, and political boundaries. - Service to Humanity
To inspire members to contribute to the betterment of society through charity, education, and leadership.
Engage in community service, scholarship programs, Fantastic Teeth, support of the Boy Scouts and humanitarian efforts. - Preservation of Tradition
To preserve and pass down ancient teachings, symbols, and rituals that have been part of Freemasonry for centuries
What is a Freemason
What is a Freemason
What is a Freemason
Freemasonry is a fraternal organization with a long history, uniting men of good character who share a belief in the brotherhood of mankind and the fatherhood of God. It's a system of moral and philosophical teachings based on allegory and symbolism. Freemasons strive to improve themselves and their communities through personal developme
Freemasonry is a fraternal organization with a long history, uniting men of good character who share a belief in the brotherhood of mankind and the fatherhood of God. It's a system of moral and philosophical teachings based on allegory and symbolism. Freemasons strive to improve themselves and their communities through personal development, friendship, and charitable work. Here's a more detailed look:
- Brotherhood and Charity:Freemasonry emphasizes the importance of brotherhood, relief (helping those in need), and truth. Masons are encouraged to care for each other, their communities, and to engage in charitable giving and volunteerism.
- Personal Development:Freemasons focus on self-improvement through study, reflection, and the application of Masonic principles in their daily lives.
- Symbolism and Allegory:Freemasonry uses symbolism and allegory, drawn from ancient stonemasonry, to convey moral and philosophical lessons.
- Not a Secret Society:While Freemasonry has its secrets, it's not a secret society in the traditional sense. Membership and leadership are public, and its activities are generally known to those who inquire.
- Organization:Freemasonry is organized into local bodies called lodges, which are overseen by a Grand Lodge (or Grand Orient) at the state or national level.
- Degrees:Freemasonry has a system of degrees, typically three (Entered Apprentice, Fellowcraft, and Master Mason), which mark stages of initiation and learning.
- Membership:Membership is open to men who believe in a Supreme Being and are of good moral character.
- Not a Religion:Freemasonry is not a religion, though it has religious elements, such as the requirement to believe in a Supreme Being
Our History
What is a Freemason
Our History
Freemasonry in Texas dates back to the very beginning of American migration into Texas in the 1820s. In 1828, Stephen F. Austin unsuccessfully petitioned the Grand York Lodge of Mexico for a charter dispensation. It would not be until 1835 that a lodge would be officially created when Anson Jones and five others established Holland Lodge
Freemasonry in Texas dates back to the very beginning of American migration into Texas in the 1820s. In 1828, Stephen F. Austin unsuccessfully petitioned the Grand York Lodge of Mexico for a charter dispensation. It would not be until 1835 that a lodge would be officially created when Anson Jones and five others established Holland Lodge No. 36 with a charter from the Grand Lodge of Louisiana. After the Texas Revolution, this lodge convened with Miliam No. 40 and McFarland No. 41 at Houston in December 1837 to form the Grand Lodge of the Republic of Texas. Masons constituted 1 1/2% the population during the Republic, but filled 80% of the Republic's offices. After annexation to the United States, Mason's continued to be prominent.
Waxahachie Lodge, No 90, A.F. & A.M. was chartered on January 23, 1852. Two years earlier, Waxahachie had been named the county seat for Ellis. The town quickly grew, by 1880 it had become a railroad and agricultural center. By 1920, the town had a population of 7958 people, 200 businesses, including three banks, three cottonseed oil mills, five cotton gins, and two daily newspapers. Lodge No. 90 grew with the town and by 1890 it had 111 members. By 1920 that number grew close to 200. The lodge was more then a social group. Its members participated in philanthropic efforts such as the Masonic Home and School in Fort Worth and the Home for Aged Masons in Arlington.
Courtesy of
Dallas History & Archives, Dallas Public Library