Masonry is the world’s first and largest fraternal organization. It is guided by the enduring belief that each man has a responsibility to make the world a better place. For 300 years, Freemasonry has enhanced and strengthened the character of individual men by providing opportunities for fellowship, charity, and the search for truth – within ourselves and the larger world.
Western Star Lodge No. 2, Free and Accepted Masons, is the oldest charted lodge in California. We’ve been meeting in the same beautiful hall in Shasta, California since 1854.
Masonry is a community of men and their families who share similar beliefs and values. The fraternity finds it important to connect with other men of honor, compassion, love, trust, and knowledge, regardless of their race, color, religious beliefs, political views, sexual orientation, physical ability, citizenship, or national origin. We are friends and brothers, and are connected through this vital and uplifting organization of moral men.
Our continuing pursuit of truth, knowledge, ethics, and leadership skills makes us better men and brings more meaning to our lives. Learning the tenets of Freemasonry, paired with being an active part of our community, gives us the opportunity to develop leadership and organizational skills, and builds self-discipline through commitment and self-confidence.
As a member of the Freemasons, the Grand Lodge of California, and Western Star Lodge No. 2, we are a part of a worldwide organization that values tradition, history, and timeless wisdom. The traditions and core values of our fraternity are meaningful today and will endure for centuries to come because of our direct impact in our community, through our charities, and on a personal level.
Western Star Lodge, No. 2 membership is open to men 18 and older who meet the qualifications and standards of character and intention, and who believe in a Supreme Being. Men of all ethnic and religious backgrounds are welcome.
One of Freemasonry’s customs is not to solicit members – men must seek membership on their own initiative. Anyone is welcome to request information about the fraternity.
If you are interested in applying for membership to our lodge, now is a good time to start. Please contact us to schedule a visit during an event, or request more information.
Contact usMay 21, 2024
District 206 School of Instruction @ Western Star Lodge
May 21, 2024 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
On May 13, 2023, Western Star Lodge No. 2, California’s Oldest Chartered Masonic Lodge, will hold a celebration at the lodge to commemorate its long history since chartered from the state of Missouri on May 10, 1848 Stay tuned for more details and ways to RSVP to the event. The lodge anticipates the Grand Master […]
Please join us on January 7, 2023 at 1:00 pm for our annual installation of officers being held at Western Star Lodge. After the installation we will be having a reception with light refreshments. Enjoy and afternoon of fellowship and congratulations to next years line of officers. To RSVP please either email at westernstarlodge1848@gmail.com or […]
Western Star Lodge originated during the years just prior to the Territory of California becoming a State.This was accomplished primarily through the efforts of two men, Peter Lassen and Saschel Woods. In 1840, Peter Lassen came to California from Missouri. He lived here for the next seven years and during this time formulated plans for […]
