Michigan Masonic Publications, [185-]-[198-] (majority within 1950-1970)

Summary

Abstract:

Programs, flyers, handbooks, newsletters, bylaws, directories, rituals, and miscellaneous publications of a variety of Masonic organizations in Michigan.

Extent:

7 linear feet

Language:

English

Call Number:

93854 Bd 2

Authors:

Finding aid created by Leonard A. Coombs, October 1993

Background

Scope and Content:

The Michigan Masonic Publications collection includes programs, flyers, handbooks, newsletters, bylaws, directories, rituals, and miscellaneous publications of a variety of Masonic organizations in Michigan. Statewide bodies and local bodies in Southeastern Michigan are most strongly represented. Although materials printed as early as the 1850s are found in the collection, the bulk of items date from the 1950s through 1970s.

Histories of organizations and proceedings of the major orders in Michigan, as well as a few reference works relating to freemasonry in general, are cataloged separately in the Michigan Historical Collections printed works catalog.

Acquisition Information:

The collection includes materials donated by Roscoe O. Bonisteel (donor 2035 ), James R. Breakey (donor 4898 ), Charles Fey (donor 3275 ), William C. Hollands (donor 2021 ), Alice Fairman Johnson (donor 7821 ), James Fairbairn Smith (donor 5401 ), and David Williams (donor 3982 ).

Physical Location:

Portions located in offsite storage; prior notification required for access.

Subjects

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Subjects:

Freemasonry -- Michigan.

Names:

Freemasons -- Michigan.
Scottish Rite (Masonic order) -- Michigan.
Royal Arch Masons -- Michigan.
Royal and Select Masters (Masonic order) -- Michigan.
Knights Templar (Masonic order) -- Michigan.
Order of the Amaranth -- Michigan.
Order of the Eastern Star -- Michigan.
Michigan Masonic Home.
Ancient Arabic Order of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine for North America -- Michigan.
Mystic Order of Veiled Prophets of the Enchanted Realm -- Michigan.
White Shrine of Jerusalem -- Michigan.