Carthage Masonic Lodge

10/25/2026

Congratulations Hawk on joining the Scottish Rite

10/18/2026

📜 A PROCLAMATION OF HISTORY & BROTHERHOOD 📜

WHEREAS, Carthage Lodge No. 197 AF&AM has stood as a pillar of our great community since its establishment in 1865; and

WHEREAS, for 159 incredible years, the brethren of this Lodge have witnessed and contributed to "Carthage thru the ages"—from our pioneering roots and the trials of our early history, to the golden era of Route 66 and the enduring legacy of our beautiful Jasper County Courthouse; and

WHEREAS, the history of Carthage, Missouri, and the history of Lodge No. 197 are forever intertwined, built on a strong foundation of resilience, fellowship, and unwavering community spirit;

THEREFORE, let it be known that on this 18th day of October, we proudly celebrate the 159th Anniversary of Carthage Lodge No. 197 AF&AM! 🎉🏛️🕰️

Join us in honoring the rich heritage of our beloved town and the lasting legacy of the Lodge. Here’s to celebrating our past, present, and future together! 🥂

👇 Drop a comment below to share your favorite piece of Carthage history or to congratulate the Lodge on 159 years!

10/16/2026

For the first time since August 2010, Meridian Sun Chapter No 61 conferred the Most Excellent Master degree with the assistance of Tyrian Chapter.

10/13/2026

10/12/2026

Hey Everyone. We are in the planning stages and our new COYOTE DERBY flyers are done, updated, full of information for you to read to keep you in the know, and to help you plan your calendars to attend the Carthage Shriners’ 7th Annual COYOTE DERBY here in just a few short months that is scheduled for the last weekend of February 2027. We have made a few small changes, all 3 side pots are the same price each to enter, with also some added money to 1st. 2nd. 3rd. places this year..

The BOBCAT sidepot that we added for yall last year is here again this (same as last year though, the BOBCAT side pot entries are to be paid on that Friday nite at registrations meeting.)

Also, as always we still have the early entry QR code on the flyer u can scan as well as the pay link u can click on that i will post below, both early entry codes gets ur team entered, as well as gets u entered in both of the BIG & SMALL (COYOTE) side pots, all online early entries are discounted and being accepted now. Feel free to message us for any questions or for more additional information. Lookin fwd to seing everyone this year. Hava good 🍁fall🍁 yall. 🐕 💥 👍🏼

⬇️Early Entry Pay Link⬇️

https://square.link/u/vqMgnPTv?src=sheet

10/09/2026

If you are available:

Volunteer Opportunity with Vision Carthage:

Fall Cleanup @8:30 AM on the square (10/10)! Meet up at the flag pole as we plant flowers and pick up litter!

10/09/2026

10/09/2026

Making our community safer, one child at a time!
🛡️ Thank you to every single volunteer who supported our recent MoCHIP event. Your efforts truly make a difference for local families. 🤝💙

10/09/2026

Carthage Lodge No 197 officers for 26-27

10/08/2026

Celebrating 159 years