King Solomon-Beethoven Lodge No. 232
"Freemasonry is a system of morality veiled in allegory and illustrated by symbols."
King Solomon-Beethoven Lodge No. 232 was chartered in 1979 under the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of the State of New York. The lodge is part of the Ninth Manhattan District and has been a home for men of good character in New York City for over four decades.
The lodge meets at the Empire Room (12th Floor), 71 West 23rd Street — Masonic Hall — in the heart of Manhattan. The building is the headquarters of the Grand Lodge of New York, one of the most distinguished Masonic institutions in the world.
The lodge's full name — King Solomon-Beethoven — reflects a heritage that spans cultures. The lodge initially worked in German, a reminder of the deep Masonic traditions brought to New York by its German-speaking founding brothers.
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Freemasonry in New York
The Grand Lodge of the State of New York was formed on June 5, 1781, and is one of the oldest and most distinguished grand lodges in the world. Freemasonry has deep roots in New York — from the Founders of the Republic to the builders of the city's great institutions, Masons have left their mark on New York's history.
The Ninth Manhattan District, under which King Solomon-Beethoven Lodge operates, comprises lodges meeting throughout Manhattan, united in their commitment to the ancient landmarks of the Craft.
Timeline
Lodge Chartered
King Solomon-Beethoven Lodge No. 232 receives its charter from the Grand Lodge of the State of New York.
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Online Presence Established
The lodge launches its official website, bringing its history and activities to a wider audience.
