Join the Austin Scottish Rite

While there is no Masonic degree more important than that of Master Mason, there is a long tradition – almost as old as Freemasonry – of “high degrees” that expand upon and elaborate the teachings and lessons of the first three degrees. The Scottish Rite degrees teach a series of moral lessons culminating in the 32°, Master of the Royal Secret. Membership in the Austin Scottish Rite is open to anyone who is a Master Mason in Good Standing in any Grand Lodge which is recognized by the Grand Lodge of Texas.  There are no territorial boundaries in the Southern Jurisdiction.

We welcome you to the Austin Scottish Rite.  We take in new members during our Reunion weekend.  We look forward to receiving your petition to join!

Whether you have been a Master Mason for less than a year, or 20 years, you will never forget the experience!

Download the petition, fill it out, and email it back or hand it to the General Secretary. 

If You Are Not a Mason

Freemasonry welcomes members from all races, ethnicities, and backgrounds. Before you can join the Austin Scottish Rite, you must first become a Master Mason in a Lodge which is a part of a Grand Lodge recognized by the Grand Lodge of Texas A.F.&A.M.

For further information, visit BeAFreemason.org or contact the General Secretary of the Scottish Rite Valley of Austin to assist in locating a suitable Masonic lodge.

If You Are a Blue Lodge Mason

To join the Scottish Rite you must:

  • Be a Master Mason in good standing in recognized lodge
  • Complete a petition and include the appropriate fee
  • Attend a “Reunion” where the Scottish Rite Degrees are conferred

Affiliate with the Austin Scottish Rite

Existing Scottish Rite members who want to affiliate with the Scottish Rite Valley of Austin download the affiliation paperwork, fill it out, and email it back or hand it to the General Secretary.

Reinstate with the Austin Scottish Rite

Existing Scottish Rite members of the Austin Valley who want to reinstate with the Scottish Rite Valley of Austin please reach out to the General Secretary.