Chartered in 1875, King David Lodge No. 15 has stood as a pillar of Freemasonry and community service in Trenton, New Jersey, for nearly 150 years. As a constituent lodge under the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge, Free & Accepted Masons, State of New Jersey, we uphold the time-honored traditions of Prince Hall Freemasonry—a legacy of leadership, brotherhood, and commitment to justice and equality.
Our lodge was chartered in 1875, during a time when Prince Hall Freemasonry provided a vital foundation for African American men seeking fraternity, self-improvement, and social progress. Since our founding, we have remained steadfast in our dedication to serving our brethren and our community.
In 1952, King David Lodge No. 15 purchased the Bellevue Avenue Colored School, a historic building that has become our home and a landmark of Black history in Trenton. Built in 1883, the school was one of the first educational institutions for African American students in the city. Recognizing its historical and cultural significance, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places on January 2, 1997. Today, this building serves as both a meeting place for our lodge and a lasting symbol of the perseverance and progress of our community.
Prince Hall Freemasonry traces its roots to Prince Hall, an 18th-century abolitionist and leader who, in 1775, established the first Masonic lodge for men of African descent in North America. His vision of equality, education, and mutual support remains at the core of our mission. Under the leadership of Most Worshipful Clyde H. Horton, Jr., Grand Master of Prince Hall Masons in New Jersey, we continue to carry forward this proud tradition.
At King David Lodge No. 15, we are committed to:
We meet on the second Thursday of every month from September to June at our lodge, located at:
📍 81 Bellevue Ave, Trenton, NJ 08618
Freemasonry is a journey of self-discovery, fellowship, and service. If you are a man of good character seeking to make a difference in your life and your community, we invite you to learn more about becoming a Prince Hall Mason.
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