


Origins of the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of New Jersey
🤝 Initiation in Boston
1775
Prince Hall and fourteen other free Black men were initiated into Lodge No. 441, a British military lodge stationed in Boston, Massachusetts.
📜 Charter Granted
1784
African Lodge No. 459 was officially chartered by the Grand Lodge of England.
🕊️ Prince Hall Passed
1807
Prince Hall passed away, but his Masonic legacy continued to grow.
🏛️ African Grand Lodge
1808
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🎖️ Renamed in Honor
1847
The African Grand Lodge was renamed Prince Hall Grand Lodge to honor its founder.
📍 New Jersey Lodge Formed
1848
The Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of New Jersey was officially established.
✊🏾 Civil Rights Support
1940s
The NJ Grand Lodge supported civil rights efforts and aligned with national equality movements.
🗳️ Community Leadership
1960s
Prince Hall Masons led voter drives and empowerment programs in New Jersey.
🎓 Education & Outreach
1980s
The Lodge expanded scholarships, mentorships, and charitable programs across New Jersey.
🌐 Modern Recognition
2010s
Prince Hall Masons led voter drives and empowerment programs in New Jersey.