MASONIC MUSEUM
BUILDING
The "Heritage Route of the Grand Lodge of Chile Building" allows us to recall the Masonic historical activity that has taken place at this site since 1968, the year this construction was inaugurated. It is the work of architect Enrique Marchetti Rolle, a member of the Giordano Bruno Lodge No. 17, carried out under the leadership of Grand Master Aristóteles Berlendis Sturla.
¿HOW TO GET THERE?
Santa Lucía metro station is the main point of reference, as it is located just a few meters from Marcoleta Street, where the building is situated. If traveling by car, parking can be found on Santa Rosa Street.
¿WHERE ARE WE LOCATED?
Located in the heart of Santiago, in the classic San Isidro neighborhood, it is surrounded by the blocks bordered by Lira and San Francisco streets. To the north, it is bounded by Alameda Bernardo O'Higgins; to the south, by Copiapó Street; to the east, by Lira Street; and to the west, by Santa Rosa Avenue
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THE GRAND LODGE OF CHILE
MASONIC MUSEUM
Organized in 1919, the Masonic Museum is unique of its kind at the regional level. It preserves an engaging collection of heritage objects —distinctive testimonies of the Masonic Order’s activity in Chile and its members.
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ARCHIVE OF THE GRAND LODGE OF CHILE
A remnant of the heritage preservation of documents that have contributed to the development of Freemasonry in our country. These documents bear witness to the actions of the Order and the individuals who have been part of this institution since its early years.
HALL OF THE LOST STEPS
The grandeur of the entrance is reflected in the mural "The Search”, a monumental polyangular painting covering 200 m², divided into four parts: Primitivism and Modernity; Cybernetics; The Search; and Rebirth. Its author is Fernando Daza Osorio (1930–2016), the leading exponent of muralism in Chile and a member of the Germinación Lodge No. 81
SCULPTURES MOSAIC FLOOR
The sculptures "El Toqui" and "Tucapel", by Chilean sculptor Fernando Thauby Sanhueza (1886–1963), and "La Quimera”, by Chilean sculptor Nicanor Plaza Águila (1844–1918), guide visitors' steps at the entrance. Both artists were members of Verdad Lodge No. 10
Decorative glazed ceramic floor featuring the representation of the three symbolic degrees of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite.
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AGAPE HALL
An open space available to the entire community from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. A place that fosters gatherings and interaction among members of the Order.
CITERIOR HALL
Event hall located in the Citerior Building, used for exhibitions, meetings, and activities of a solemn or cultural nature.
CITERIOR AUDITORIUM
With a capacity for 170 people, it is the ideal space for cultural activities, theater performances, concerts, and more.
Equipped with sound, lighting, and projection systems, its primary use is institutional, though it may be requested for other events.
It offers a wide catalog of books for sale, including works by theorists and intellectuals of both universal and national Freemasonry, as well as esoteric and philosophical books. Additionally, Masonic items such as regalia, clocks, collars, bow ties, pins, candles, and more can be purchased. It is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
HALL RENÉ GARCÍA VALENZUELA
A space where portraits in easel painting format of all the Past Grand Masters elected by the Grand Lodge of Chile are exhibited.
HALL MARCO BONTÁ
A space used for solemn ceremonies, temporary exhibitions, discussions, and other cultural activities. Named in honor of the Chilean visual artist Marco Bontá, member of Cóndor Lodge No. 9
GRAND TEMPLE LOBBY
A space located at the exit of the Grand Temple, where bust sculptures of distinguished members of universal Freemasonry are displayed, crafted in bronze, stone, and plaster. Among them are Mozart, Voltaire, Francisco de Miranda, Alfonso Asenjo, Luigi Stefano Giarda, and others.
GRAND TEMPLE
Inaugurated on April 19, 1965, and declared a Masonic site under the leadership of Aristóteles Berlendis Sturla. It is used for ceremonies, Masonic activities, and other solemn events. Its maximum capacity is 400 people.
Located on the second floor of the Citerior Building and inaugurated in 2007 under the leadership of Grand Master Juan José Oyarzún. Its maximum capacity is 190 people. TOURING
MAIN TEMPLE
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THE GRAND LODGE OF CHILE LEVEL 5
COURT OF THE GRAND LODGE OF CHILE
The Court of the Grand Lodge of Chile oversees the performance of all Masonic Courts and is authorized to issue agreements and rulings.
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MASONIC LIBRARY
Created in 1898, it holds a collection of 5,600 volumes, including books and magazines (among them the Masonic Magazine of Chile) dating from the 19th century to the present, which are an important part of Chile's Masonic heritage.
GRAND MASTER AND CHIEF OF STAFF
GRAND DIGNITARIES
GRAND SECRETARIAT
GRAND HOSPITALLER
GRAND CHANCELLOR
GRAND EXPERT
GRAND LIBRARIAN AND ARCHIVIST
GRAND MASTER OF BANQUETS
GRAND TYLER OR GRAND GUARDIAN OF THE TEMPLE
GRAND OFFICER OF CEREMONIES AND PROTOCOL
COLUMN OF HARMONY
MASONIC EDUCATION
NATIONAL SCHOOL OF MASONIC EDUCATION
HALL OF REMEMBRANCE
A room dedicated to remembering and paying final respects to our Beloved Deceased Brethren.
Heritage Area of the Grand Lodge of Chile. Communications Department of the Grand Lodge of Chile. Santiago, September 2022
"Heritage is the cultural legacy we receive from the past, live in the present, and will pass on to future generations." (UNESCO)