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Celebrating 275 Years of Freemasonry in Halifax, NS

July 13-19, 2025

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Freemasonry Is Established In
Nova Scotia

Received on July 19, 1750, the Lodge of St. Andrew's held its first meeting under this Warrant on that very date with Edward Cornwallis as its first Master, Lord Alex Colville and several Navy Gentlemen were entered apprentices of the Lodge on that date

Our 275th Anniversary Celebration

On July 19th, 2025, St. Andrew's Lodge No. 1 on the Grand Registry of Nova Scotia begins its 275th year of unbroken service to its and members and the community of Halifax.

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To mark. this important milestone, we invite our masonic brethren and their guests to join us in Halifax, Nova Scotia in a celebration of Freemasonry, our community, and our ancient lodge.

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We can't wait to see you!

Please Register

Thanks for registering for our celebration. See you there!

Events Calendar

Welcome to our events calendar! We are excited to offer a variety of events that to help you experience St Andrew's lodge and our community.. Join us and be a part of our celebration. We can't wait to see you there!

  • St. Andrew's Homecoming
    St. Andrew's Homecoming
    Sun, Jul 13
    Freemason's Hall
    Jul 13, 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
    Freemason's Hall, 165 Coronation Avenue, Halifax, NS
    Jul 13, 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
    Freemason's Hall, 165 Coronation Avenue, Halifax, NS
    Calling all current and former members of St. Andrew’s Lodge! Join us for an evening of snacks and camaraderie as we celebrate our rich heritage and the enduring legacy of St. Andrew’s Lodge No. 1. Let’s raise a toast to our shared history and the bonds that unite us.
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  • "As it was in the beginning" - a one act play by R.V. Harris
    "As it was in the beginning" - a one act play by R.V. Harris
    Mon, Jul 14
    Freemasons Hall
    Jul 14, 2025, 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
    Freemasons Hall, 165 Coronation Ave, Halifax, NS B3N 2N2, Canada
    Jul 14, 2025, 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
    Freemasons Hall, 165 Coronation Ave, Halifax, NS B3N 2N2, Canada
    The St. Andrew’s Lodge Players proudly present this one-act play depicting our formation, penned by the esteemed MW Bro. R.V. Harris and last performed on October 7, 1920.
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  • An Evening of R.V. Harris
    An Evening of R.V. Harris
    Tue, Jul 15
    Freemasons Hall
    Jul 15, 2025, 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
    Freemasons Hall, 165 Coronation Ave, Halifax, NS B3N 2N2, Canada
    Jul 15, 2025, 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
    Freemasons Hall, 165 Coronation Ave, Halifax, NS B3N 2N2, Canada
    Open to all, join us for an evening of R.V. Harris, the most published member of St. Andrew’s Lodge No. 1 and a Past Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Nova Scotia. While many Nova Scotia Masons have heard of Him, fewer know the full extent of his contributions to Freemasonry in the province.
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  • Daylight Lodge Meeting (FC)
    Daylight Lodge Meeting (FC)
    Wed, Jul 16
    Freemasons Hall
    Jul 16, 2025, 12:00 p.m.
    Freemasons Hall, 165 Coronation Ave, Halifax, NS B3N 2N2, Canada
    Jul 16, 2025, 12:00 p.m.
    Freemasons Hall, 165 Coronation Ave, Halifax, NS B3N 2N2, Canada
    Work of the day will be a second degree presentation
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  • Lodge Meeting (FC)
    Lodge Meeting (FC)
    Wed, Jul 16
    Freemasons Hall
    Jul 16, 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
    Freemasons Hall, 165 Coronation Ave, Halifax, NS B3N 2N2, Canada
    Jul 16, 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
    Freemasons Hall, 165 Coronation Ave, Halifax, NS B3N 2N2, Canada
    Work of the evening will be a presentation of the first part of the Fellowcraft degree performed by John Albro Lodge.
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  • Masonic tour of the Historic Alexander Keith's Brewery & visit the Titanic Cemetery
    Masonic tour of the Historic Alexander Keith's Brewery & visit the Titanic Cemetery
    Thu, Jul 17
    Halifax
    Jul 17, 2025, 12:00 p.m.
    Halifax, 165 Coronation Ave, Halifax, NS B3N 2N2, Canada
    Jul 17, 2025, 12:00 p.m.
    Halifax, 165 Coronation Ave, Halifax, NS B3N 2N2, Canada
    Open to all, we invite you for this unique combination tour in downtown Halifax. Our first stop will be the historic Alexander Keith’s Brewery, founded in 1820 followed by a visit to the Fairview Lawn Cemetery, the final resting place for 121 victims of the RMS Titanic tragedy.
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  • Lodge Meeting (EA)
    Lodge Meeting (EA)
    Thu, Jul 17
    Freemasons Hall
    Jul 17, 2025, 6:00 p.m.
    Freemasons Hall, 165 Coronation Ave, Halifax, NS B3N 2N2, Canada
    Jul 17, 2025, 6:00 p.m.
    Freemasons Hall, 165 Coronation Ave, Halifax, NS B3N 2N2, Canada
    Work of the evening will be a first degree presentation
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  • Guided Masonic Tour of Oak Island
    Guided Masonic Tour of Oak Island
    Fri, Jul 18
    Oak Island, Nova Scotia B0J 3M0, Canada
    Jul 18, 2025, 1:00 p.m.
    Oak Island, Nova Scotia B0J 3M0, Canada
    Jul 18, 2025, 1:00 p.m.
    Oak Island, Nova Scotia B0J 3M0, Canada
    Open to all, join us for a captivating and enlightening Masonic tour of the world-renowned Oak Island, a place shrouded in mystery and intrigue.
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  • Fellowship Time
    Fellowship Time
    Fri, Jul 18
    One of the fine venues on the waterfront
    Jul 18, 2025, 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
    One of the fine venues on the waterfront
    Jul 18, 2025, 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
    One of the fine venues on the waterfront
    Join us for a relaxed evening of fellowship on the Halifax Waterfront. No Agenda. No formalities.
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  • Lodge Meeting (MM)
    Lodge Meeting (MM)
    Sat, Jul 19
    Freemasons Hall
    Jul 19, 2025, 10:00 a.m.
    Freemasons Hall, 165 Coronation Ave, Halifax, NS B3N 2N2, Canada
    Jul 19, 2025, 10:00 a.m.
    Freemasons Hall, 165 Coronation Ave, Halifax, NS B3N 2N2, Canada
    Work of the Morning will be a third degree presentation by St. Andrew's Lodge
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  • Luncheon  with Grand Lodge Museum tour
    Luncheon  with Grand Lodge Museum tour
    Sat, Jul 19
    Freemasons Hall
    Jul 19, 2025, 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
    Freemasons Hall, 165 Coronation Ave, Halifax, NS B3N 2N2, Canada
    Jul 19, 2025, 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
    Freemasons Hall, 165 Coronation Ave, Halifax, NS B3N 2N2, Canada
    Soup and sandwich luncheon with Grand Lodge Museum tour
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  • Lodge Meeting (MM - Drama)
    Lodge Meeting (MM - Drama)
    Sat, Jul 19
    Freemasons Hall
    Jul 19, 2025, 1:00 p.m.
    Freemasons Hall, 165 Coronation Ave, Halifax, NS B3N 2N2, Canada
    Jul 19, 2025, 1:00 p.m.
    Freemasons Hall, 165 Coronation Ave, Halifax, NS B3N 2N2, Canada
    Work of the afternoon will be a third degree drama presentation
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  • Tidal Bay Wine Tasting with Guests
    Tidal Bay Wine Tasting with Guests
    Sat, Jul 19
    Juno Tower at CFB Stadcona
    Jul 19, 2025, 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
    Juno Tower at CFB Stadcona, 2648 Lorne Terrace, Halifax, NS B3K, Canada
    Jul 19, 2025, 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
    Juno Tower at CFB Stadcona, 2648 Lorne Terrace, Halifax, NS B3K, Canada
    Join us for an exclusive tasting of Nova Scotia’s signature Tidal Bay wines! Enjoy our pre-banquet celebration with lodge members, fellow celebrants, and their guests. Cheers to great wine and even better company!
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  • Closing Banquet
    Closing Banquet
    Sat, Jul 19
    Juno Tower at CFB Stadacona
    Jul 19, 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
    Juno Tower at CFB Stadacona, 2648 Lorne Terrace, Halifax, NS B3K, Canada
    Jul 19, 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
    Juno Tower at CFB Stadacona, 2648 Lorne Terrace, Halifax, NS B3K, Canada
    Join us for the Closing Banquet of St. Andrew's Lodge No. !'s 275th Anniversary celebration. As we bring this week of celebration to a close, we would be honoured to have your presence at our banquet to celebrate the achievements and the camaraderie we have
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