Questions about
Freemasonry.

Freemasonry is a fraternity that encourages moral character, lifelong learning, friendship and service to others. Masons share a commitment to brotherly love, relief and truth and work to improve themselves and their communities.

Corinthian Lodge No. 416 is at 5196 Hampton Ridge Road, Rock Hill, SC 29732, in the Newport area of Rock Hill. Visit our Contact page for directions and ways to get in touch.

Start by contacting Corinthian Lodge No. 416 and telling us you are interested in learning about membership. We can help you meet members, discuss the requirements and learn about the petition process. You may also use the South Carolina Grand Lodge’s Find a Lodge directory and its membership inquiry option.

The Grand Lodge’s published requirements include being a man aged 18 or older, believing in a Supreme Being and residing in South Carolina for the preceding 12 months, or six months for active military personnel. Applicants must seek membership voluntarily, have good character, consent to a background check and meet a fraternity representative. Membership is subject to the lodge’s review and the Grand Lodge’s complete requirements.

Freemasonry is not a religion or a replacement for one. Belief in a Supreme Being is required, but membership is not restricted to Christians. Men of different faiths can share in the fraternity while maintaining their own religious convictions.

The fraternity’s purposes, values and meeting places are public. Certain ceremonies and methods of recognition remain private to members, preserving the traditions and personal experience of Freemasonry.

Contact the lodge before your first visit. We can explain which upcoming activities are open to guests and help arrange an opportunity to meet members. Please check the event details rather than assuming every calendar event is open to the public.

Please contact Corinthian Lodge No. 416 for current membership fees and annual dues. We will explain the applicable costs before you decide whether to apply.

Ask the lodge about the current meeting schedule, degree preparation and opportunities to participate. The time involved will depend on your stage of membership and the activities you choose. Discuss your family and work commitments with us before applying.

Membership in lodges under the Grand Lodge of South Carolina is for men. Related organizations, including the Order of the Eastern Star, offer other opportunities with their own eligibility requirements. Ask the lodge about local organizations and events that welcome families.

Use our Calendar page for current lodge and district events. You can subscribe through Google Calendar or Apple Calendar to receive future updates. The calendar is public to view; only the lodge’s authorized account manages events.

Please contact Corinthian Lodge No. 416 before traveling to confirm the event, visiting requirements and any arrangements needed. Check the Calendar page for current details and changes.