I want to join.

Don · 06-08-2009, 12:22 PM

Greetings, After going back and forth for several years, I've decided to join the Freemasons. My Grandfather was a Mason, and both paternal and fraternal grandmothers were members of the Eastern Star. As a former police officer, I miss the comradeship of belonging to a fraternal organization. My only question, which I want to ask here in a general forum, and not my soon to be sponsor is, what is the average age of a Freemason now? I'm 49 years old and wonder if the membership is generally much older than that. I know to truly learn I'd have to check with the actual lodge I'm applying to for their demographics, but in general terms, is the brotherhood getting younger?
Aside from that, I'm looking forward to a life of learning and fulfillment.

Oh yeah, when do I get my key to the treasure room?

(Sorry, I saw that in another post and couldn't resist!

)

Derric · 06-08-2009, 01:00 PM

I'm not a Mason....yet, but here's my advice:

Your grandfather being a Mason is a great start. One of the first things about being a Mason is that you have to know one for at least a year, so they can vouch for your character. If I were you, I'd tell the grandfather that I want to join.

Ashlar2006 · 06-08-2009, 01:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Don

Greetings, After going back and forth for several years, I've decided to join the Freemasons. My Grandfather was a Mason, and both paternal and fraternal grandmothers were members of the Eastern Star. As a former police officer, I miss the comradeship of belonging to a fraternal organization. My only question, which I want to ask here in a general forum, and not my soon to be sponsor is, what is the average age of a Freemason now? I'm 49 years old and wonder if the membership is generally much older than that. I know to truly learn I'd have to check with the actual lodge I'm applying to for their demographics, but in general terms, is the brotherhood getting younger?
Aside from that, I'm looking forward to a life of learning and fulfillment.

Oh yeah, when do I get my key to the treasure room?

(Sorry, I saw that in another post and couldn't resist!

)

There is really no average age , we have them come into my lodge anywhere from 21 to men in their 60's . Some wait till they have retired before they join the Fraternity so they have more time to dedicate to it . Just 2 weeks ago we Initiated two gentlemen , one in his 50's and another who was 20 . Age does not matter , and one does not know when the time is right for him to become a Freemason .

Best of luck .

Don · 06-08-2009, 01:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Derric

I'm not a Mason....yet, but here's my advice:

Your grandfather being a Mason is a great start. One of the first things about being a Mason is that you have to know one for at least a year, so they can vouch for your character. If I were you, I'd tell the grandfather that I want to join.

Unfortunately, my grandfather passed away in 1988.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ashlar521

There is really no average age , we have them come into my lodge anywhere from 21 to men in their 60's . Some wait till they have retired before they join the Fraternity so they have more time to dedicate to it . Just 2 weeks ago we Initiated two gentlemen , one in his 50's and another who was 20 . Age does not matter , and one does not know when the time is right for him to become a Freemason .

Best of luck .

Thanks for the response. Actually, I was kind of surprised that there were members as young as 20.

486 · 06-08-2009, 05:10 PM

The last 10 or so to join our lodge have all been under 45 years (youngest being 21). Our lodge was aging somewhat, but there is a pretty good balance of less than, greater than 50.

**BG_TRBL** · 06-08-2009, 06:30 PM

Our lodge membership ranges from 19 - 90+, the mean age of our membership is currently around 55 y/o. I was master in '03 & '04, and I was 29 when I was master, we had members that came in at 18, and members that came in at 65.

Ashlar2006 · 06-09-2009, 04:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Don

Thanks for the response. Actually, I was kind of surprised that there were members as young as 20.

My Grand lodge lowered it's minimum age to 18 last year. The 20 year old is the youngest man thus far to have ever been Initiated into my lodge . And when my neighbor's (who is a member of my lodge) son turns 18 , he is planning on petitioning the lodge .

Deadhead Derek · 06-09-2009, 11:26 AM

Our Lodge ranges from 18 to 84. our last 4 Initiates were in their 50's, teens, 30's and 20's. I think there is a trend towards younger men looking to the Fraternity Good luck on your journey, and see you in the treasure room...

cemab4y · 06-17-2009, 11:14 AM

Your profile says you are in Maryland. The average age varies, but you should have no difficulty at all. You should join the lodge nearest your residence, but you will have visitation privileges in all lodges around the world.

I suggest that you visit:

Approaching A Lodge for Membership

rescue48 · 06-19-2009, 07:25 AM

As some have stated; and as I have read in recent Masonic papers, there is somewhat of a spike in men of around your age joining the fraternity. Due to retirement, and having more time. I'm 38 and just recently raised. I went through all three degrees with younger men beside me too. So it's very much a mixed lot. Don't worry about age.

Join because you want to. Nothing else matters, other than you wanting to enlighten yourself and you being an upright man in your community.

06-08-2009, 12:22 PM	#1
Don Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Eldersburg MD Posts: 19 Lodge: Freedom #112 AF&AM, Eldersburg MD	I want to join. Greetings, After going back and forth for several years, I've decided to join the Freemasons. My Grandfather was a Mason, and both paternal and fraternal grandmothers were members of the Eastern Star. As a former police officer, I miss the comradeship of belonging to a fraternal organization. My only question, which I want to ask here in a general forum, and not my soon to be sponsor is, what is the average age of a Freemason now? I'm 49 years old and wonder if the membership is generally much older than that. I know to truly learn I'd have to check with the actual lodge I'm applying to for their demographics, but in general terms, is the brotherhood getting younger? Aside from that, I'm looking forward to a life of learning and fulfillment. Oh yeah, when do I get my key to the treasure room? (Sorry, I saw that in another post and couldn't resist! )

06-08-2009, 06:30 PM	#6
BG_TRBL Watcher of the posts Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: #232 Jersey Shore, Pennsylvania Posts: 1,124 Lodge: LaBelle Vallee Lodge #232	Our lodge membership ranges from 19 - 90+, the mean age of our membership is currently around 55 y/o. I was master in '03 & '04, and I was 29 when I was master, we had members that came in at 18, and members that came in at 65. __________________ P.M. LaBelle Vallee Lodge #232 P.H.P. Lafayette Chapter #163 Sir Knight (Hospitallier Commandry) Prophet (Zafar Grotto) Freemasonry may be traced by history and tradition, ...it is only necessary to refer to the information presented to you in a general manner. Information considered "secret" to mason's will NOT be divulged. Seek and ye shall find, Ask and it will be given you, Type and it will be posted (and most likely, answered).

06-17-2009, 11:14 AM	#9
cemab4y Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Afghanistan Posts: 217 Lodge: Bowling Green #73, Bowling Green KY	Your profile says you are in Maryland. The average age varies, but you should have no difficulty at all. You should join the lodge nearest your residence, but you will have visitation privileges in all lodges around the world. I suggest that you visit: Approaching A Lodge for Membership __________________ Charles E. Martin Afghanistan cemab4y@hotmail.com www.dcmetronet.com/landseaandairlodge1iraq www.cemab4y.blogspot.com www.twitter.com/cemab4y www.linkedin.com/in/charlesemartintelecomm

06-19-2009, 07:25 AM	#10
rescue48 Firedawg Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: The First State Posts: 78 Lodge: Union #7	As some have stated; and as I have read in recent Masonic papers, there is somewhat of a spike in men of around your age joining the fraternity. Due to retirement, and having more time. I'm 38 and just recently raised. I went through all three degrees with younger men beside me too. So it's very much a mixed lot. Don't worry about age. Join because you want to. Nothing else matters, other than you wanting to enlighten yourself and you being an upright man in your community. __________________ Be courteous to all, but intimate with few, and let those few be well tried before giving them your confidence. -General George Washington

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06-08-2009, 01:00 PM	#2
Derric Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 12 Lodge:	I'm not a Mason....yet, but here's my advice: Your grandfather being a Mason is a great start. One of the first things about being a Mason is that you have to know one for at least a year, so they can vouch for your character. If I were you, I'd tell the grandfather that I want to join.

06-08-2009, 05:10 PM	#5
486 Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 70 Lodge: Palestine 486	The last 10 or so to join our lodge have all been under 45 years (youngest being 21). Our lodge was aging somewhat, but there is a pretty good balance of less than, greater than 50.

06-09-2009, 11:26 AM	#8
Deadhead Derek Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 34 Lodge: Bend Lodge #139	Our Lodge ranges from 18 to 84. our last 4 Initiates were in their 50's, teens, 30's and 20's. I think there is a trend towards younger men looking to the Fraternity Good luck on your journey, and see you in the treasure room...