The Lafayette LodgeLafayette LV · Las Vegas, Nevada

Freemasonry Lodge · Las Vegas, Nevada

The Lafayette Lodge

A Brotherhood of Enlightened Minds

In the spirit of the Marquis de Lafayette

Named in honor of the Marquis de Lafayette — Freemason, champion of liberty, and hero of the American Revolution — our lodge welcomes men of good character who seek fellowship, service, and wisdom.

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About the Lodge

Rooted in Liberty, Built on Brotherhood

The Lafayette Lodge stands in the tradition of those who believed that free men, bound by virtue and mutual respect, can improve themselves and their communities.

Our lodge takes its name from Marie-Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette — a French nobleman, major general of the Continental Army, and devoted Freemason. Lafayette embodied the ideals of liberty, equality, and fraternity that animated both the American and French Revolutions, and that continue to guide our Craft.

In Las Vegas, The Lafayette Lodge offers a sanctuary from the noise of modern life: a place where thoughtful men meet as equals, study the symbolism of Freemasonry, practice charity, and form lifelong bonds of brotherhood.

Whether you are curious about Freemasonry, seeking a lodge home in Southern Nevada, or simply wish to learn more about our namesake, we welcome your interest with open doors and open hearts.

  • Brotherhood

    We meet as equals — without regard to creed, party, or station — united by a shared commitment to moral growth and mutual support.

  • Pillars

    Enlightenment

    Through ritual, study, and conversation, we pursue clearer judgment, deeper character, and a life more deliberately lived.

  • All-seeing eye

    Community

    Charity and civic engagement are not ornaments of the Craft; they are its practical expression in the world beyond the lodge room.

History & Values

From the Age of Revolution to the Las Vegas Valley

Freemasonry has long walked beside the story of free societies. The Lafayette Lodge carries that inheritance into the American West.

  1. 1777–1783

    Lafayette & the Revolution

    The Marquis de Lafayette served with distinction under Washington, became a Freemason, and forged a living link between French and American ideals of liberty.

  2. Heritage

    The Craft in America

    Generations of American Freemasons — among them many of the Founding generation — carried forward the symbols of the square, the compasses, and the working tools of moral architecture.

  3. Today

    The Lafayette Lodge

    In Las Vegas, our lodge continues that work: forming better men, supporting families and neighbors, and keeping reasoned fellowship alive in a vibrant modern city — meeting at the Memorial Masonic Temple.

Guiding Values

  • Liberty

    Respect for the dignity and conscience of every individual, and for the free institutions that protect them.

  • Tradition

    A living inheritance of ritual, symbolism, and etiquette that connects us to brothers across centuries.

  • Integrity

    Honesty in word and deed; the square as a daily measure of our conduct toward others.

  • Charity

    Relief of the distressed, care for the widow and orphan, and quiet service without fanfare.

  • Temperance

    Self-command and balance — the compasses that keep passion and excess within due bounds.

  • Fraternity

    Loyalty to one another, hospitality to visitors, and a shared language of respect.

Calendar

Meetings & Gatherings

We gather monthly for the labors of the lodge, fellowship, and service to our community.

Stated meetings are held on the 3rd Saturday of each month at 11:00 AM at the Memorial Masonic Temple in Las Vegas, Nevada. Guests and petitioners are welcome by appointment.

  • 3rd Saturday

    11:00 AM

    Lodge

    Stated Meeting

    Monthly stated communication of The Lafayette Lodge at the Memorial Masonic Temple, Las Vegas, Nevada.

  • By invitation

    Varies

    Education

    Degree Work & Education

    Conferral of degrees and Masonic education as scheduled by the Worshipful Master. Inquire for upcoming work.

  • Seasonal

    Announced

    Lodge

    Festive Board & Fellowship

    Table lodge and social gatherings for brothers, families, and invited guests.

  • Ongoing

    Announced

    Charity

    Community Service

    Brothers and families volunteer with partners across the Las Vegas Valley.

Leadership

Officers of the Lodge

Placeholder officers for the current Masonic year. Update names, titles, and photos as needed.

Masonic Year 2025–2026

  • Worshipful Master

    John A. Washington

    Presides over the lodge and its labors.

  • Senior Warden

    Robert H. Franklin

    Assists the Master; prepares to succeed to the East.

  • Junior Warden

    Thomas P. Adams

    Oversees the Craft during refreshment and fellowship.

  • Treasurer

    William S. Hamilton

    Steward of the lodge’s finances and charity funds.

  • Secretary

    James M. Madison

    Records, correspondence, and petitions — first point of contact.

  • Chaplain

    Rev. Charles L. Revere

    Offers invocations and reminders of our moral duty.

  • Senior Deacon

    Henry K. Hancock

    Attends the Master; conducts candidates and visitors.

  • Junior Deacon

    Samuel B. Greene

    Attends the Senior Warden; assists at the door of the lodge.

  • Senior Steward

    Nathaniel P. Warren

    Prepares the lodge room and supports the festivities of the Craft.

  • Junior Steward

    Daniel C. Monroe

    Assists the Senior Steward in the care of the lodge.

  • Marshal

    Edward R. Lee

    Forms processions and preserves order in the ceremonies.

  • Tyler

    Joseph F. Knox

    Guards the outer door; ensures the privacy of the lodge.

Join / Inquire

Seek Further Light

Freemasonry is a lifelong journey, not a membership card. If you are a man of good character who believes in a Supreme Being and wishes to improve yourself and serve others, we invite you to reach out.

  1. 01

    Inquire

    Send a message with a brief introduction. The Secretary will respond and arrange a conversation.

  2. 02

    Visit & Learn

    Meet brothers, learn what Freemasonry asks of its members, and decide if the path is right for you.

  3. 03

    Petition

    If mutual interest continues, you may petition the lodge. Investigation and balloting follow our ancient customs.

Write to the Lodge

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Resources

Links & Further Reading

Helpful starting points for those exploring Freemasonry and our jurisdiction.