About Us
Welcome to the website of Lodge Aberdeen No. 1 ter. We are one of the oldest Masonic lodges in the province of Aberdeen, dating back to 1670. Read about our history here.
Regular meetings are held on a Monday, once a month from September through to April, please see the Lodge sessions for more details, all brethren are welcome to attend.
Our Website
Follows is a list of quick queries and links regarding the Lodge of Aberdeen No.1 ter (Click to expand):
History of Lodge Aberdeen No.1ter
The Lodge of Aberdeen is one of the oldest Lodges in Scotland and has made a distinctive contribution to the history of Freemasonry. Originally Operative, or Stonemasons Lodge, it probably predates the celebrated Mark Book of 1670 by a couple of centuries. Read more about our history here.
Lodge Bearers & Sessions
The Lodge Aberdeen No.1ter Members are Masons of the highest calibre and keenness, making up our Office Bearers and contributing positively to the Craft. This website also offers a list of all upcoming Lodge Sessions, for any Mason wishing to visit.
News
The Lodge Aberdeen No.1ter hosts a number of events and other affairs relating to the Craft. To keep up-to-date with the latest happenings, visit the News Page.
Freemasonry & Its Purpose
Freemasonry is dedicated to the principles of Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth. Scottish Freemasonry continues to perpetuate the world’s oldest masonic heritage. More information can be found here.
Considering Joining & Contact
Considering joining Freemasonry? Please see our Contact Page! For any other enquiries about Freemasonry or Freemasons’ Hall in general, please contact the relevant email.
Lodge Seal
The seal of the Lodge dates from 1762 and reproduces and earlier one that was lost. The motto “Commissum tege et Vino tortus et Ira” is from Horace-Epistle 1-18.38 and translates “Conceal the secret entrusted to you even when influenced by wine or anger”.
