The "Trustees of the Masonic Hall and Asylum Fund" in its corporate capacity is vested with the title to the real estate of the Fraternity in this jurisdiction and empowered to build and maintain a Masonic Hall in the City of New York, and out of the funds derived from the rent or income thereof, or other sources, to build an asylum or asylums, a home or homes, a school or schools, for the free education of the children of Masons, and for the relief, support and care of worthy and indigent Masons, their wives, widows and orphans.

Changing the culture of aging into one that is life-affirming, satisfying, humane and meaningful.

The Trustees are responsible for maintaining one of the most beautiful fraternal buildings in the United States, which includes operating and repair costs and capital improvements.

The Old '76 House is one America's oldest taverns. Built in 1668 it served as a meeting place, as well a tavern. During the Revolutionary War, President George Washington, who made his headquarters in Tappan had Major Andre, who was a British spy, imprisoned in the Old '76 House, then called Mabie's Inn.

1,600 beautiful acres in the Adirondack Park Preserve.

Providing all Masons across the state up to date and informed.

Providing financial assistance to full-time college students.

Help us continue to serve humanity, our Brothers and their families.

Please contact us with any questions you may have or request more information. We look forward to hearing from you.

Richard P. Thomas, President

CURRENT:

Grand Representative of the Grand Lodge of England
Honorary Member, 33, Supreme Council, Northern Masonic Jurisdiction
Member of the Grand Lodge Committee on Jurisprudence
Member, St. Mark's Conclave, Red Cross of Constantine
Numerous Honorary Masonic Lodge Memberships

PAST:

Grand Master of the Grand Lodge, State of New York
Grand Treasurer of the Grand Lodge State of New York
Recipient, Grand Lodge, Charles Henry Johnson Medal
Trustee Emeritus, Past President - German Masonic Home Corp.
Grand Representative of the Grand Chapter of Austria, R.A.M.
Recipient, Legion of Honor Award, Order of DeMolay