Hoodwinks: From either Acacia, Laurel, or Reardon Lodge. Early to Mid-20th Century

Name/Title

Hoodwinks: From either Acacia, Laurel, or Reardon Lodge. Early to Mid-20th Century

Entry/Object ID

2024.24.2

Description

Hoodwinks: Acacia, Laurel, and/or Reardon Lodge. Early to Mid-20th Century

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1900 - circa 1960

Time Period

20th Century

Research Notes

Research Type

Facebook Post

Person

Chelsea Hansen

Date

Mar 11, 2025

Notes

Steampunk Hoodwinks A big thank you to Acacia Lodge No. 58 for their recent donation of these awesome, steampunk-esque hoodwinks! These were likely produced in the early 20th century, and must have made for quite the stylish initiation ceremony for any candidate who wore them. Acacia Lodge merged with former Lodges Laurel No. 119 and Reardon No. 146, so these hoodwinks may have been used in any of the three. Whatever the case, we are happy to have them! The Washington Masonic Library & Museum is committed to preserving and sharing Masonic heritage for generations to come. Do you or your Lodge have artifacts you are interested in donating or learning how to care for? Contact chelsea@masonscare.org for more information. #MasonicHeritage #Steampunk #Steampunkfashion #MasonicHistory

Create Date

November 22, 2024