Invitation, Shrine Party
Cover of invitation
Name/Title
Invitation, Shrine PartyEntry/Object ID
2022.5.1Description
Invitation announcing a dinner and party in honor of Imperial Potentate, Ernest A. Cutts, by San Francisco's Islam Temple (AAONMS, or "Shriners"). November 25, 1921. Embossed with gold ink. Within the star of the Shrine logo is the Calfornia grizzly–a clever allusion to the California bear flag.Context
Masonic organizations are famous for fêting dignitaries and leaders and are often hosted at a great expense. This invitation, produced at no small cost and indicative of the financial might of the Shriners, is in honor of the imperial potentate, who leads the organization at a national level.Cataloged By
Adam KendallCategory
Invitations, Programs, and Menus
Events