Originating from the Polytechnic Institute in London’s Regent Street (now the University of Westminster) The Polytechnic Lodge No. 2847 was consecrated on 28th September 1901 under the constitutions of the United Grand Lodge of England.
The Polytechnic Institute, founded in the early 19th century as a pioneering educational institution for practical sciences and engineering, has a storied history linked with Freemasonry. During the 1800s, Freemasons played a significant role in shaping its early governance, driven by shared enlightenment ideals of progress, knowledge, and innovation. Many early faculty members and benefactors were prominent Polytechnic Lodge Masons, who saw the Institute as a place to promote their values of intellectual inquiry and moral development.
Today, the Polytechnic Lodge tries to maintain its strong historical ties and welcomes potential candidates for Freemasonry who have any connection to the Polytechnic Institute or its successors. This enduring relationship highlights a commitment to tradition, education, and the Masonic principles of fraternity and enlightenment.
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Freemasonry teaches moral lessons and self-knowledge through participation in a progression of allegorical two-part plays, which can be learnt by heart and performed within each lodge.
One of the most common misconceptions about Freemasonry – and there are many of them – is that you have to be invited to join. There is absolutely no reason why you should not ask to join – in fact that is the correct procedure
The regular meetings of the Polytechnic Lodge are held at Mark Masons Hall, 86 Saint James’s Street, St. James’s, London SW1A 1PL in the afternoon of the first Saturdays in February and October, fourth Saturday in March and the third Saturday in November.
Read about the latest happenings at The Polytechnic Lodge
New Master for Polytechnic Lodge
Worshipful Brother Dariush Moghtader. Newly appointed Worshipful Master of the Polytechnic Lodge.
Read MoreFormer Lodge Secretary Promoted to Grand Officer
Worshipful Brother Ron Wainer promoted to Grand Officer
Read MoreBeing a member of The Polytechnic Lodge is more than just attending Lodge Meetings. We are a friendly and very sociable Lodge and often hold events for our guests, our families and our friends. Keep checking back on these pages as further events for the Lodge will be added frequently.
Polytechnic Lodge Annual Christmas Luncheon 2nd December 2024
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Learn moreCity & East End of London Masonic Walking Tour – Coming Soon
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