Lodge Vitruvian #767 (original) (raw)
What We Do
Lodge Vitruvian is holden under the charter of the Grand Lodge of Indiana, F&AM. Lodge Vitruvian operates under "The European Concept" as popularized by Lodge Epicurean in Australia, among others.
Dignity
High standards are to be maintained by the Lodge in all its undertakings
Excellence
Excellence in ritualistic work is a key pillar of the Lodge
Fellowship
The Lodge enjoys the fellowship of the Festive Board following all meetings
About Our Meetings
Our stated meetings begin at seven o'clock and are held quarterly on the 4th Tuesday of January, April, July, and October at Broad Ripple Masonic Lodge
1716 Broad Ripple Avenue, Indianapolis, Indiana 46220
- Visiting Brethren are welcomed and encouraged to enjoy the Vitruvian experience
- No special permission is necessary or required. Simply notify the Secretary that you are planning to attend.
- We request that visiting Brethren wear semi-formal attire (black suit) and bring their own white leather Apron (if possible). White gloves will be provided.
- Keynote presentations and toasts are typically delivered at the Festive Board
- Emergent meetings are planned to confer the Masonic Degrees
Our Concept
In addition to dignity, excellence, and fellowship, The European Concept is known for its dedication to a number of primary tenets
The Festive Board
The Lodge enjoys the fellowship of the Festive Board at a local restaurant following all regular and emergent meetings of the Lodge
Elegance of Dress
In the style of European Lodges, members are expected to dress properly in tuxedo, as well as a Lodge Apron and white gloves
Enlightening Education
Masonically-advanced educational presentations at every meeting from members or visitors
Lasting Friendship
A focus on smaller Lodge membership is optimal for the purpose of being able to know all of your Brothers
New Member Growth
A committment to advance Brethren through the Degrees by mutual and genuine effort
Charitable Outreach
At each of our meeting we emphasize fraternal assistance and charity participation
Return on Investment
The quality of the Lodge experience is equally reflected in the cost of membership
Visiting Speakers
At Lodge Vitruvian, we hold high standards for Masonic Education.
Below highlights the varienty of previous keynote presentations given by visitors and Lodge members at our Festive Board dinners.
The Craftsman, Warrior, and Magician in Freemasonry
Angel Millar
Masonic Author
Albert Pike's Esoterica: The Symbolism of the Blue Degrees of Freemasonry
Arturo de Hoyos
Grand Archiver and Grand Historian
Scottish Rite Freemasonry
De Grasse-Tilly and the Early Supreme Council, 1796 - 1802
Josef Wäges
Masonic Author
A Presentation on Esoterics in Freemasonry
Robert Johnson
Podcast Producer and Host
Managing Editor, The Midnight Freemason
Fair and Fowl Correspondences: Symbolism Within the Goose & Gridiron
Spencer Hamann
Past Master
A Presentation on Understanding Manhood in America
Robert Davis
Most Worshipful Grand Master of Oklahoma
Officers
Principal Lodge Officers for 2024
Caleb Keith, PM
Worshipful Master
Email: wm@vitruvian.org
David Ross, PM
Senior Warden
Email: sw@vitruvian.org
Christopher Ndife
Junior Warden
Email: jw@vitruvian.org
Contact
If you would like additional information about our Lodge, please contact us directly
Location:
1716 Broad Ripple Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46220