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Board of Directors Holds Semi-Annual Meeting of the George Washington LIGHT Masonic National Memorial ™ alexaNdria, VirgiNia · Volume 21 · Number 2 · 2015 · This issue of LIGHT is sponsored by the Royal Order of Scotland Board of Directors Holds Semi-Annual Meeting PresideNt’s message he Board of Directors of The George Washington Masonic National Memorial Asso- Sharing Our Light ciation met at the Memorial for a Semi-Annual Meeting on August 21–22, 2015. The T by Ridgely H. Gilmour Board received reports from the Memorial Staff covering the projects, programs and exhi- bitions underway at the Memorial. The major restoration projects are the Tower Exterior hose of you Restoration, the South Lodge Room, and the East Stairwells. Another major project is the T who have installation of an emergency generator. When the installation is complete, the generator visited the Me- will have the capacity to handle the requirements of the entire building, including the ele- morial in the last vators. Planning this project began two years ago and the generator will be functional this two years will autumn. The Board affirmed its commitment to the restoration, upgrading and continu- have noticed the ing maintenance of the Memorial. scaffolding placed around the upper The Board received a report from the Memorial’s investment managers and a report portion of the tower. It’s obvious on the operating budget of the Memorial. The Board addressed the need to generate that restoration work is being done, additional income to continue the restoration of the Memorial, fund its operations and but I thought you would be inter- provide educational programs for our members and the public within the guidelines of ested in hearing some details on the our Strategic Plan and our Mission. work. The forces of nature and time Under the leadership of President Gilmour, a major focus of the Board Meeting was itself over the last ninety-plus years the establishment of two task forces. One to address increasing funding for the Memorial have deteriorated the grouting and Association and one to develop an effective outreach program with an emphasis on educa- even moved some of the massive tion and our Ambassadors. granite blocks by small but notice- able increments. Over the years, some repairs, although done with the best intentions, have created serious problems. Modern caulking, for instance, was used many years ago to seal the deteriorated mor- tar joints, not knowing that in a relatively short time, it would dete- riorate and instead of keeping the moisture out, would sometimes have the reverse effect of sealing the moisture inside the joints. The Memorial Association manage- ment, using operative masons of great skill, is regrouting the struc- ture using proper materials and techniques so that the building will stand tall for another 100 years. CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 The current Board of Directors of The George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association. Volume 21 · Number 2, 2015 1 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE, CONTINUED With operative masons work- ing on the structure, the Memorial The Association Welcomes New Board Members Association’s speculative Masons are even new Board Members were elected and one Officer was re-elected at the Memorial working just as hard to implement S Association’s Annual Meeting held in Vancouver, British Columbia, in February. our mission to inspire and edu- These Brethren will serve until February 22, 2018. cate humanity about the character and virtues of George Washington. This singular individual, with such strength of character and willing- ness to work for the common good, and whose deeds and actions left us with such an incredible heri- tage, becomes the representation of Masonry in action. The man becomes the message. The for- ward-thinking Masons and Grand Lodges who spearheaded the devel- Orville R. Armstrong Philip G. Buchholz John M. Chambliss, Jr. opment of the Memorial a century Past Grand Master Past Grand Master Past Grand Master ago knew this. In our ever-chang- Tennessee Wyoming Virginia ing society, it is our hope and prayer thate w will never forget this. That is the mission of the gWmNma, and it is a mission we take very seriously. You too, can be a part of this mis- sion. The Association has several programs that you can become part of to help with funding this import- ant work. One very rewarding program that I call your attention to is the George Washington Memorial Soci- Richard J. Elman Mansour Hatefi Douglas W. McDonald, Sr. ety. For a joining fee of $1000 and a Past Grand Master Past Grand Master Past Grand Master yearly donation of $250, you can be Indiana District of Columbia Georgia part of a group of individuals who understand the importance of the mission and also enjoy being contin- ually involved in the organization. For the men and women who belong to this dedicated group, there is a feeling of being involved in something greater than yourself— of being involved in something very worthwhile and necessary for the good of humanity. Their ongoing, annual commitment to support our Thomas K. Sturgeon J.F. “Jeff” Webb work helps us share our Light with Past Grand Master Past Grand Master all those who visit the Memorial Pennsylvania Louisiana daily. To them, and to all of our sup- porters, I express my thanks. 2 Volume 21 · Number 2, 2015 message from alexaNdria The Importance of Restoration by George D. Seghers he view from the top of the Memorial As we move down from level to level, we will be installing T never fails to amaze and inspire me. The new exterior led lighting fixtures which will enable us to high- Washington Monument and our Nation’s light the wonderful architectural features of the Memorial. Capital are to me dramatic visible reminders We are also restoring the Memorial’s interior. The southeast of George Washington and what he accom- stairwell and the South Lodge Room and Ante Rooms were just plished and also how much we are indebted completed. Grand Masonic Hall, the North Lodge Room and to him. Washington did more, gave more, and sacrificed more the northeast stairwell are the next areas that will be restored. for the creation of this great nation than anyone. We should Access ramps have been installed throughout the public areas never forget that he risked all—his fortune, his future, his fam- of the Memorial to provide access for all of our guests. ily and his life—so that we may life in the greatest, most secure Restoring the Memorial is a challenging and a rewarding and surely the most free nation in the history of mankind. experience. Just as Masonry teaches us to improve ourselves Under the guidance and direction of the Officers and the daily, we are striving to improve the Memorial daily, to make Board of Directors the restoration of the Memorial continues visiting the the Memorial a pleasant, enjoyable, educational and will continue for the next few years. Last year at this time, and inspiring experience. The work that is being done here is the Tower Pyramid was covered with scaffolding. Now, the only possible with your support and involvement. The Free- seventh through the ninth levels of the Memorial are encased masons and Friends of the Memorial built the Memorial in scaffolding as we continue the arduous and necessary pro- eighty-three years ago, the Freemasons and Friends of the cess of restoration. We will continue to work our way down the Memorial are now returning the Memorial to the condition Memorial: sealing, restoring and cleaning. it was when dedicated in 1932 as a symbol of the admiration The beauty and magnitude of the exterior stone work is and respect that the Freemasons of America had and have for absolutely astounding when seen up close. The attention to George Washington. Thank you for your continued support of detail and the craftsmanship is truly something to behold. our work. High on a scaffold on the eastern face of the Eighth Floor (Templar Chapel), workers carefully remortar the Corinthian pilasters. Volume 21 · Number 2, 2015 3 Guests enjoy refreshments and fellowship at the reception in Memorial Hall during the The George Washington Symposium is held in the Memorial’s beautiful North Lodge 2015 George Washington’s Birthday Gala at the George Washington Masonic National Room. Each year, notable speakers present fascinating perspectives on the life and impact Memorial. Entertainment and a banquet complete the formal event, held annually. of George Washington. The event is free and open to the public. Plan Now to Attend Our 2016 Scholars to Speak at the 2016 Washington’s Birthday Celebration George Washington Symposium ach year, Freemasons, their friends and families gather at the ach year, leading scholars of the life and era of George Wash- E George Washington Masonic National Memorial to honor E ington are invited to the Memorial to share their insights. the life of Brother Washington on the anniversary of his birth. A The theme of next year’s George Washington Symposium is special event this year will be tied in to our recent designation as a “From Relics to Repositories: Preserving George Washington’s National Historic Landmark (see page 11 for more information). Legacy Yesterday and Today.” Three speakers are scheduled for the 2016 Symposium. Carol Monday, February 22 Borchert Cadou is the Senior Vice President for Historic Pres- • Wreath Laying at the Tomb of Brother Washington, ervation & Collections at George Washington’s Mount Vernon. Alexandria-Washington Lodge No 22, - Martha Custis Peter is a sixth-generation granddaughter of at Mount Vernon, 8 a.m. Martha Washington. Timothy K. Winkle is the Archivist of • National Historic Landmark Unveiling Ceremony, Alexandria-Washington Lodge No- 22, and Curator at the Smith- outside the Memorial’s entrance, 10:00 a.m.
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