Constitution of First Masonic Grand Lodge

Date: July 30, 1733 • Location: Spencer, United States

The first Masonic Grand Lodge in the future United States is constituted in Massachusetts.

Freemasonry consists of fraternal groups that trace their origins to medieval guilds of stonemasons. Freemasonry is considered the oldest existing secular fraternal organisation, with documents and traditions dating back to the 14th century. One of the primary purposes of Freemasonry is charity.