It was a special night at Hill City this week when the gavel was handed over to Lone Star Chapter No. 6 who conducted a Virtual Past Master degree for long-time Hill City mason, Robert Eschenburg. There was a strong attendance from both Hill City and Lone Star Chapter members (many of whom are members of both organisations) to honor Bro Eschenburg.
The ceremony was beautifully presented by many members of the chapter.
The lodge held an entertaining education event last night when Bro Chris Moyses from Austin Lodge 12 gave an illuminating talk on the differences between the two jurisdictions. Topics included lodge layout, the use of music, ritualistic differences and culture.
Bro Chris was aided in part by Bro Nick Grossman, Hill City’s WM, and both were dressed in their UGLE regalia for the event.
The MW Grand Master of Texas, Jim Rumsey, honored Hill City Lodge with a special visit last night to celebrate the lodge’s 150th anniversary. Along with Grand Senior Warden H Chip Green and other Grand Officers, the brethren dined on a delicious meal prepared by the Garde Manger of Austin Scottish Rite. After dinner the Grand Master conducted a special ceremony to honor the occasion and present the lodge with a special 150th certificate.
The officers for the forthcoming masonic year were installated in due form last week. 48 people attended for a delicious catered meal followed by the installation ceremony. The Colorado Commandary No 4 were in attendance to provide an Arch of Steel and presentation of the flags.
There’s a busy year ahead with a comprehensive lodge program ahead, starting with a visit by the Grand Master next week to mark the lodge’s 150th anniversary.
We held a special meeting May 26th in which six well deserving students and their families and friends were presented with checks by the lodge to support their college education starting this fall. Over thirty guests and members dined and then attended a presentation ceremony in the theater where each student was presented with a check. Each had applied to the lodge and successfully navigated the review and diligence process. We also gave an award to a deserving teacher.
The awards are an annual event which the lodge is delighted to support.
The installation of officers for the 2026-27 year will take place on Tuesday 30th June 2026 in the theater at the Scottish Rite Children’s Theater in Austin. The evening is open to everyone including families and friends of Hill City members. Come along and enjoy dinner and the open installation ceremony with us.
Officer nominations will be at the June Stated Meeting on Tuesday June 2nd.
We have produced a limited run of high-quality caps to help mark our 150th anniversary celebrations. These caps have embroidered artwork and lettering to ensure they are long lasting and look their best.
Caps are available from the Secretary at Secretary@hillcitylodge.org and you can pay by cash or check, or scan the QR code below. Already in strong demand these will sell out quickly to secure your cap now.
Hello all, please click below for a short and key video message from the Senior Warden, Nick Grossman
