This week we explore the fascinating history of the Midwest Conference on Masonic Education ( MCME ). Formed in 1949 at a gathering of interested Masons from Illinois, the organization is comprised of a loose and ever-changing collection of Masonic educators from Grand Lodge jurisdictions. This includes 12 north-central States and the Province of Manitoba. We are joined by Historical Light Alumni guest, Chad Kopenski to enlighten us on the history of this conference, how it has grown, and the plans for the fast-approaching 2023 Conference!

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The Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library is a state-of-the-art facility and a true service to the Craft of Freemasonry. Located in Lexington, MA., this fantastic library and archive is the direct effort of the Scottish Rite, Northern Masonic Jurisdiction. In this episode, we are joined by Richard W. Elliot (Executive Director), Hilary Anderson Stelling (Director of Collections and Exhibitions), and Jeff Croteau (Director of Library & Archives). Together they will guide of through the general history of the library and archive, and their current efforts, and might even give us some professional advice for the historical artifacts and archives we have in our Lodges and personal collections. You will not want to miss out on this episode!

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