Advancing Masonic scholarship since 1892
Founded in 1892, the Lodge of Research No. 2429 is one of the world’s oldest Masonic research lodges and has published original scholarship continuously for more than 130 years.
More Than 130 Years of Research
| 133 Volumes Published | 1,177+ Published Research Papers | 130+ Years of Scholarship | Free Digital Access |
Essential Reading
Royal Arch Masonry, 1743–1817
By John T. Thorp
A pioneering study of the emergence and development of Royal Arch Masonry.
Distinguished Leicestershire Freemasons of the 17th and 18th Centuries
John T. Thorp
One of the earliest serious studies of local Masonic history.
The Contribution of the Provinces to the Development of English Freemasonry
Aubrey N. Newman
A landmark study of the role played by provincial Freemasonry in shaping the Craft.
Research Resources
Transactions Archive
Access more than 130 years of published Masonic research through our searchable online archive.
David Hagger Library
One of the most significant collections of Masonic books and research material outside London.
John Thorp Museum
Preserving the Masonic heritage of Leicestershire and Rutland through artefacts, documents and exhibitions.
What We Do
- Present original lectures and papers on Masonic history, symbolism and research.
- Publish the annual Transactions.
- Maintain a Correspondence Circle open to Master Masons worldwide.
- Preserve and promote Masonic research.
- Support access to the David Hagger Library and John Thorp Museum.
Upcoming Meetings
23 November 2026
Installation and Inaugural Lecture – W. Bro. The Rev. Clive R. Watts
25 January 2027
Lecture to be announced – Speaker to be confirmed
22 March 2027
The 2027 Prestonian Lecture – R. W. Bro. Roger B. Pemberton, PProvGM (Shropshire)
Latest Transactions
The latest volume contains papers on Freemasonry in Bulgaria, the Unknown Warrior, the 2026 Prestonian Lecture, and the activities of the Lodge.
Join the Correspondence Circle
Receive the annual Transactions, notices of meetings where appropriate, and become part of the Lodge’s international research community.
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