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| General information | |
| Status | Completed |
| Type | Masonic Hall |
| Architectural style | Victorian |
| Address | 222-2-12-70, Lodge No. 434EC, Opposite YWCA, West Marredpally, Secunderabad, Telangana, India - 500026 |
| Town or city | Secunderabad, Telangana |
| Country | India |
| Completed | 1822 (203 years ago) (1822) |
St. John's Masonic Hall, located in West Marredpally, Secunderabad, Telangana, India, is a historic building serving as a hub for Masonic activities in the region.
History
The hall is home to St. John's Lodge No. 434 EC, which was consecrated in 1822 and constituted in 1836.
The building itself is approximately 170 years old, reflecting its longstanding presence in the community. Most members of the St. John's Lodge have also been members of the Secunderabad Club.
In addition to hosting regular Masonic lodge meetings, St. John's Masonic Hall is a venue for various charitable events, such as the Freemasons' treasure hunt aimed at supporting cataract surgery initiatives.
History
St. John's Lodge No. 434 EC was founded in 1822 by British military officers stationed in the Secunderabad Cantonment, a key base for the East India Company. Formally constituted in 1836 under the English Constitution, the lodge provided a space for officers to practice Freemasonry, fostering brotherhood and philanthropy. Its establishment reflects the cultural influence of the British military and its enduring legacy in Secunderabad.
References
- Gribble, J. D. B. (James Dunning Baker) (1910). History of Freemasonry in Hyderabad (Deccan). University of California Libraries. Madras : Higginbothan.
- "Rotary and Freemasons together provided COVID-19 Relief worth Rs 1.75 crore during the last 60 days - The Live Nagpur". 2020-05-23. Retrieved 2025-01-19.