The beginning of Free Masonry is lost in antiquity however, we are taught an “Allegorical History” as set forth below:

The brotherhood of Masons is reported to have started with the building of King Solomon’s Temple. The builders were divided into three groups: Entered Apprentice, Fellow Craft and Master Masons. The Master Mason degree was received when the builders craft was learned and perfected.

During the building of the Temple the Master Builder and Architect was killed and a great secret was lost. The history now jumps forward to the Middle Ages. The members of the Craft had developed such a good reputation that they were given free movement over Europe. These masons built the great castles, churches and cathedrals. Since they could move freely they were called Free Masons.

Modern History

The Craft was developed into an organization in England in 1717 when The Grand Lodge of England was formed. These members were Operative Masons. Later other men of good character were granted the right to join. With the movement to the New World, Masonry followed. Amicable Lodge # 25 Now known as Amicable ~ St. John’s Lodge #25 Amicable Lodge was granted a Charter in 1797 the same year Baltimore City was formed. During the 210 years the Lodge has been very active in the history of our country. The recent years has shown that during World War II Amicable Lodge raised $5,647,800 during the War Bond drives leading all Lodges of the State. A Heavy Bomber was christened “Amicable Lodge” in our honor. During the last few years Amicable Lodge has merged with Cassia Lodge # 45 on March 1, 2001, Centre Lodge #108 on November 6, 2002 and St. Johns Lodge # 34, December 1, 2006. The name of the Lodge was changed to Amicable ~ St. Johns Lodge # 25. We look forward to the future of the Lodge.