It is a sad fact that many have felt the need to create their own supposedly Masonic organizations. It is typically for a variety of reasons, not the least of which are:

• • • • The desire for fraudulent fiscal gain – ie. to steal money from unsuspecting seekers
      • Disagreement with regularly-constituted Lodges or Grand Lodges
      • The belief in a “better way” or a “truer practice”

It is not our purpose or intent to judge the women and men who are members of such organizations. Indeed the fruits of their labor are the best gauge of their practice. The purpose of a listing of clandestine bodies is to help the Brethren who are members of Lodges chartered by the Grand Lodge of Ohio and the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Ohio to avoid any body which would conflict with their obligation.

Jump over to this page on our web site to view a listing of clandestine bodies in the State of Ohio, and travel safely Brethren!