‘ALL OTHER STONES TO BUILD UPON’
Cornerstone to be set on new Michigan Masonic headquarters in Monday event
Construction of new headquarters for Michigan Masons is underway adjacent to the Michigan Masonic Home in Alma and a cornerstone setting ceremony is set for Monday.
The new administrative building will replace offices currently housed in the decommissioned hospital attached to the Masonic Home.
Construction will be commemorated with an official cornerstone setting ceremony within the campus of the Masonic Home at noon on Monday.
Hosted by Most Worshipful Grand Master Craig Maison and Grand Lodge Systems CEO Robert Conley, the event will feature Maison and Alma Mayor Greg Mapes among others.
“The cornerstone is symbolic throughout Freemasonry, originating from the stonemasons and incorporated today to represent the labor and time necessary to build the moral founda
tions of truth, charity, and compassion that guide our Fraternity.” said Systems CEO Robert Conley. “The cornerstone we lay today is significant as it acts as a reference for all other stones to build upon.”
Highlighting the new space, a mural depicting Mason’s throughout history adorns the staircase visible through the glass wall entrance.
The new offices will include shared services for the Michigan Masonic Home, the Grand Lodge of Michigan Fraternal offices and the Michigan Masonic Charitable Foundation philanthropy offices.
History
The first Masonic Lodge documented in Michigan began in Detroit in 1764. Since then, Michigan Masons have grown to include over 260 lodges throughout the state and a membership of over 24,000.
Masons enhance lives by supporting their community through charity, volunteerism, and education.