Hiram Lodge #7

Hiram Lodge #7 Hiram Lodge No. 7 is the oldest continually operating Lodge in Tenn. Chartered in 1809 it helped form

From the nine pioneer Lodges established in Tennessee by the Grand Lodge of North Carolina and Tennessee between 1796 and 1812, Hiram Lodge No. 7 emerged as the oldest continually operating Lodge in Tennessee. Chartered in 1809, the Lodge is four years older than the Grand Lodge of Tennessee which it helped constitute in 1813. The first nearly sixty years or so of Hiram Lodge history is fragmented

, with most Lodge records dated to 1865 lost or destroyed as a consequence of the Civil War. In spite of this limitation, those early Lodge members found notably included Franklin pioneer merchants; government officials at local, county, state and national levels; three that served as Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Tennessee; one as Governor of Tennessee; and another who organized Tennessee’s first Episcopal congregation in Masonic Hall in 1827, and, three years later, as Bishop, founded the Episcopal Diocese of Tennessee. Other brothers had organized the Church of Christ in Franklin. Much later, at least seventy brothers would answer the call for duty in 1861. Known locally as Franklin’s Masonic Temple, Masonic Hall has served as the home of Hiram Lodge since its completion in the mid-1820s, making it the oldest continually operating Masonic Lodge building in the United States. Local historians favor a time of about 1823 for its completion but there is some evidence favoring 1826. This building would represent the front two-thirds of the current building, the remainder provided by a substantial addition in 1856. A brick structure, Masonic Hall was the first three-story building constructed west of the Alleghany Mountains and today is likely one of the last buildings of Gothic Revival architecture remaining in the United States. For decades it rivaled the Court House as the town’s public meeting place and was the temporary place of worship for every religious determination until their churches could be built. This building is the only meeting site between a sitting President and a Native American Nation, President Andrew Jackson having met with a delegation from the Chickasaw Nation in 1826 for a treaty signing. Masonic Hall suffered considerable damage when Franklin was garrisoned by Union forces during the Civil War. The Battle of Franklin saw it hit by errant Union cannon fire from atop Figuer’s Bluff and, in its aftermath, serve as a hospital for Union wounded left on the battlefield by withdrawing federal troops. Reparation for this damage was finally made in 1912 in the amount of $1,200.00. In recognition of its being a national treasure, Masonic Hall has been listed in the National Registry of Historic Places. The building is a featured stop on town walking and Civil War tours. Its preservation as a historic Masonic Lodge building and a town landmark is assured by the brethren of Hiram Lodge.

🟦 Celebrating 25 Years in the Craft 🟦Congratulations to Worshipful Brother Charlie Burke and Brother Tyler Farrar on rea...
06/30/2025

🟦 Celebrating 25 Years in the Craft 🟦

Congratulations to Worshipful Brother Charlie Burke and Brother Tyler Farrar on reaching an incredible milestone — 25 years as Master Masons!

Your quarter-century of dedication to the principles of Freemasonry reflects your steadfast commitment to the Craft, your Lodge, and your Brothers. Whether through leadership or quiet service, your presence continues to enrich the Brotherhood.

Thank you both for 25 years of Light, Loyalty, and Legacy.

🟨 Honoring 55 Years of Service 🟨Please join us in congratulating Most Worshipful Brother John Lawrence Palmer, Past Gran...
06/30/2025

🟨 Honoring 55 Years of Service 🟨

Please join us in congratulating Most Worshipful Brother John Lawrence Palmer, Past Grand Master of Masons in Tennessee, on reaching a remarkable milestone — 55 years of dedicated Masonic service.

From his early days in DeMolay to his decades of distinguished leadership across the Craft, Brother Palmer’s unwavering commitment, wisdom, and integrity have left an indelible mark on Hiram Lodge No. 7, the Grand Lodge of Tennessee, and the fraternity at large.

We are honored to call him Brother, Mentor, and Friend.

Thank you, MWB Palmer, for 55 years of light, leadership, and legacy. 🕯️📜⚒️

🟦 Welcome to the Fraternity! 🟦Congratulations to our two newest Entered Apprentice Masons — Brother Jason Hill and Broth...
06/30/2025

🟦 Welcome to the Fraternity! 🟦

Congratulations to our two newest Entered Apprentice Masons — Brother Jason Hill and Brother Marko Cvijetić!

We are proud to welcome you both into the Light of Freemasonry and into the fellowship of Hiram Lodge No. 7. Your journey has just begun, and we look forward to walking beside you as you explore the lessons, history, and brotherhood of the Craft.

Welcome, Brethren! 🔨🧱✨

🟦 Welcome to the Fraternity! 🟦Congratulations to our two newest Entered Apprentice Masons — Brother Jason Hill and Broth...
06/29/2025

🟦 Welcome to the Fraternity! 🟦

Congratulations to our two newest Entered Apprentice Masons — Brother Jason Hill and Brother Marko Cvijetić!

We are proud to welcome you both into the Light of Freemasonry and into the fellowship of Hiram Lodge No. 7. Your journey has just begun, and we look forward to walking beside you as you explore the lessons, history, and brotherhood of the Craft.

Welcome, Brethren!



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Thursday, June 5 Hiram Instructional School had many visitors Jeremy, Rakesh, Neal Harris, Tony Fazio, Jason Hill, Sever...
06/06/2025

Thursday, June 5 Hiram Instructional School had many visitors Jeremy, Rakesh, Neal Harris, Tony Fazio, Jason Hill, Several Hiram Brothers and one bird trapped in the building who was safely set free. (not pictured) Jeff Barnes from Forest, MS.

Thursday, June 5, Brother Chinnam Ramakrishna from Lodge LB 87, India poses with New Supreme Princess Badoura from 165 D...
06/06/2025

Thursday, June 5, Brother Chinnam Ramakrishna from Lodge LB 87, India poses with New Supreme Princess Badoura from 165 Dynasty Amina Temple Nashville Tenessee Donna Isabell.

Thursday, June 5 Franklin Walking tours stopped by with a great group who had fun touring National Historic Hiram Masoni...
06/06/2025

Thursday, June 5 Franklin Walking tours stopped by with a great group who had fun touring National Historic Hiram Masonic Lodge #7, Inc

What a pleasure it was to meet Jamie and his beautiful family yesterday! Grateful for the connection and already looking...
05/19/2025

What a pleasure it was to meet Jamie and his beautiful family yesterday! Grateful for the connection and already looking forward to seeing you again, Brother!
Que prazer foi conhecer o Jamie e sua linda família ontem! Muito grato por essa conexão e já estou ansioso para te ver de novo, Irmão! Jeff Pedigo

Club 55Become part of our history and secure the legacy of National Historic Hiram Masonic Lodge No. 7 by joining Club 5...
03/23/2025

Club 55
Become part of our history and secure the legacy of National Historic Hiram Masonic Lodge No. 7 by joining Club 55, a special monthly giving program. Limited to only 55 contributors, each member donates $55 monthly, honoring our lodge’s original charter number from 1809. Members receive exclusive recognition and commemorative rewards at key contribution milestones. Learn more and become a part of this exclusive group today!

CLICK HERE
https://www.nationalhistorichirammasoniclodgeno7.org/donations

Recognition Schedule:

- 3 consecutive months: Welcome Letter and official "Club 55" lapel pin
- 6 consecutive months: Certificate of Appreciation
- 12 consecutive months (1 year): Custom Challenge Coin
- 24 consecutive months (2 years): Name permanently engraved on "Club 55" recognition plaque displayed prominently in the lodge
- 36 consecutive months (3 years): Special invitation and acknowledgment at Annual Friends Dinner or other celebratory events

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