Rocky Mount Masonic Lodge

04/02/2026

Please welcome our two newest Entered Apprentices!

02/27/2026

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Last evening during the State of the Union Address, a powerful moment of history and fraternity quietly unfolded.

President Trump recognized 99-year-old World War II veteran George “Buddy” Taggart of Castleton, Vermont. As he was honored before the nation, Brother Taggart wore two pins on his lapel the American flag, and just beneath it, his Masonic pin.

Brother Taggart is a longtime member of Lee Lodge No. 30 in Castleton, Vermont, and was proudly wearing his Grand Lodge of Vermont 70-Year Service pin. Approaching his 100th birthday on July 4th, he is soon to receive his 75-Year Service pin a remarkable testament to a lifetime of dedication to our Craft, his country, and his community.

Adding even deeper Masonic significance to the evening, George Washington’s Masonic gavel was prominently displayed beside House Speaker Mike Johnson. That very gavel was used by Brother George Washington to lay the cornerstone of the United States Capitol in 1793. The gavel is preserved by Potomac Lodge No. 5 , Washington’s lodge, and was specially arranged to be present for the address.

From the founding of our nation to the Greatest Generation, the quiet influence of Freemasonry continues to be woven into the fabric of American history.

Smithfield Masonic Lodge proudly recognizes Brother Taggart for his service, longevity, and steadfast example of Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth.

Happy early 100th Birthday, Brother. 🇺🇸🗝️

02/17/2026

What a neat reminder of our past. Thank you James Nagy!

02/12/2026

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12/21/2025

Wishing everyone the best during the season!

11/23/2025

🔵 One day, that chair will be empty.🔵

Brethren…
That empty chair in the library isn’t just a piece of furniture.
It’s a reminder.

A reminder of the older members —
the mentors, the storytellers, the quiet wisdom-keepers who shaped us long before we ever knocked on a door.

These Brothers carry decades of knowledge, mistakes, triumphs, and lessons…
Wisdom earned the hard way.

It’s often said:
👉 A smart man learns from his mistakes.
👉 A wise man learns from the mistakes of others.

Our senior Brethren are that “others.”
A living library.
A walking archive of the Craft.

So when you see them at the festive board…
Lend a hand.
Listen.
Ask questions.
Give them the seat of honour they’ve earned.

If you haven’t seen them in Lodge for a while…
Reach out.
Offer a ride.
Drop by for coffee.
They won’t always ask — but they will always appreciate.

Because someday, that chair they occupy now…
will be empty.
And the wisdom they carried will be gone with them.

Do not squander the opportunities sitting right in front of you.
Honour them while you have them.

🔷

09/18/2025

If you’re in downtown Rocky Mount, please go say hi to ‘Ol’ Worshipful’, our scarecrow for the trail!