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 better since 1865.”

Milford Christmas Parade - 2025

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Michigan Masonic 200th Anniversary Challenge Coins
Available on the Grand Lodge website - $10 + shipping




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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.
• You typically join after being personally invited to complete your Masonic journey. 
   

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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