Freemasons of D. C. Honor Congressman John Lewis for Civil Rights
Lifelong commitment to Civil Rights and Humanitarian causes recognized at Masonic World Conference
Arlington, VA (Vocus) May 3, 2008
The Freemasons of the Nation's Capital, the Grand Lodge of Free And Accepted Masons of the District of Columbia, will present an award to Congressman John Lewis (D-GA) at a reception on Thursday, May 8th in the Cannon Caucus Room on Capitol Hill for his lifetime dedication to civil rights. This ceremony takes place as part of the 9th World Conference of Masonic Grand Lodges, at the Renaissance Washington DC Hotel, May 7th, 2008 through May 10th, 2008.
This conference will bring together international Masonic leaders comprised of high-level officials in government, business and civic service. Specifically, large delegations from Africa, Latin America and Europe are expected to be in attendance. The setting will be to discuss how Freemasonry can utilize its position to promote universal understanding, enlightened ideas, and goodwill globally.
Members of the press are invited to cover keynote speakers, banquets, award ceremonies and the World War II Memorial wreath-laying, commemorating the Freemasons who died during WWII. Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) will be honored as well during the conference with Freemasonry's Medal of Freedom for his commitment to preserving freedom and liberty worldwide. A number of educational scholarships will also be presented at the closing banquet.
As the world's oldest and largest fraternal society with more than half of its membership in the United States, American Freemasonry has a rich history of involvement in the founding of America and her development for over two centuries. The 9th World Conference of Masonic Grand Lodges will be the largest international gathering of leaders of Freemasonry in Washington D. C. since the laying of the cornerstone of the U. S. Capitol building by President and Freemason George Washington on September 18, 1793.
For more information about all events please contact 202-686-1811. Media must RSVP due to security.
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