DISTRICT GRAND LODGE OF BENGAL

Our library is a masonic treasure trove are the repository of extremely rare books, periodicals and material on all aspects of freemasonry. Some of our dining spaces are available for booking by freemasons and the general public alike and provide a striking and beautiful environment for both formal and informal gatherings... Freemasons in Bengal also had the proud distinction of laying the Foundation Stones with Masonic solemnities of a number of important edifices which till date, stand out as landmarks in Calcutta and Howrah. These include, amongst others, St Andrew's Church, Old and New Customs House, St. Peter's Church in Fort William, Hindu College, and Metcalfe Hall. Bethune College, Howrah Hospital, and the surgical Block of Medical College Hospital, Calcutta... Freemasons of Bengal were also associated with the building in 1709 of the first English Church in Calcutta which was dedicated to St. John but the name was changed to St.Anne's in honour of the reigning Queen. The..

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