Welcome to Milford Lodge No. 165, Free & Accepted Masons
Founded in 1865, Milford Lodge No. 165 has been a proud part of Michigan’s Masonic tradition for over 150 years. We are a Blue Lodge, dedicated to the foundational teachings of Freemasonry — friendship, morality, and brotherly love — and to serving the Milford community we call home.
Our members come from all walks of life, united by a shared commitment to personal growth, fellowship, and charitable work. From supporting local scholarships and literacy programs to engaging in community service projects, we strive to make a lasting, positive difference.
Whether you are a Brother visiting from afar, a neighbor curious about who we are, or someone considering membership, we welcome you to come have a meal with us, explore our history, our values, and our ongoing efforts to build a better community — one act of kindness at a time.
“Making good men in Milford better since 1865.”
Memorial visitation on Sunday, February 8, 2026 from 12 to 2 pm at Lynch Funeral Home in Milford.
A Masonic funeral has been requested at 2 pm followed by a time of sharing.
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Installation of Officers - Jan 10, 2026
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Milford Royal Arch Chapter Forthcoming
Any Master Masons interested in exploring Royal Arch Masonry,
contact Chris Austin at 517-672-9466, or the Milford Lodge.
Royal Arch Masons are members of the Capitular Masonry part of the York Rite
system of Freemasonry, who meet in a Chapter to complete the story begun in
the Master Mason degree. The purpose of the order is to further Masonic education
and provides additional degrees: Mark Master Mason, Past Master,
Most Excellent Master, and Royal Arch Mason. It is considered a
significant and complementary part of the overall Masonic journey.
Degrees and purpose
- To complete the Master's Degree: The degrees of the Royal Arch are
presented as a continuation and completion of the Master Mason degree,
revealing lost knowledge and explaining cryptic passages from the earlier degrees. - Historical and moral significance: The rituals are based on the story of the
rebuilding of the Second Temple and are designed to teach profound moral lessons.
How to join
- You must be a Master Mason in good standing.
- You must have a belief in a Supreme Being.
- You must be a man and not have a criminal past.
Other aspects
- Meeting place: Members meet in a Chapter, which is a type of Masonic body.
- Charitable work: Like other Masonic bodies, the Royal Arch Masonry is involved
in charitable work and community service. - Terminology: Members are sometimes called "Companions" instead of "Brothers"
to distinguish them from Craft Lodge members, and the aprons and jewels are
typically scarlet instead of the blue of a "Blue Lodge" Mason.
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February Degrees
Saturday, February 7th - EA at Brooklyn #169, 5:00 p.m. gavel.
Monday, February 9th - MM at Berkley #536, 7:00 p.m. gavel.
Wednesday, February 11th - MM at Mt. Clemens #6. 6:00 p.m. dinner, 7:00 p.m. gavel.
Wednesday, February 18th - EA at Ann Arbor-Fraternity #262. 6:00 p.m. dinner, 7:00 p.m. gavel.
- "Rusty Nail” degree at Walled Lake #528.
Open to all MMs that would like to brush up, 7:00 p.m. gavel.
Wednesday, February 25th - FC at Howell #38. 6:00 p.m. dinner, 7:00 p.m. gavel.
Saturday, February 28th - MM at Joppa-Wenona #315. 7:30 a.m. breakfast, 9:00 a.m. gavel.
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Michigan Masonic 200th Anniversary Challenge Coins
Available on the Grand Lodge website - $10 + shipping
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