The Lodge of Research No. 2429 recently welcomed esteemed lecturer Tony Baker as guest of honour for their January 2025 meeting. Tony delivered a captivating paper on the “Bristol Craft Tracing Boards,” shedding light on a fascinating aspect of Masonic history.
Bristol is renowned for its rich Masonic traditions and unique rituals, and the Tracing Boards housed in the No. 1 Lodge Room at the Masonic Hall on Park Street hold a special significance. Tragically, the original boards were lost during the Luftwaffe’s bombing raids in 1940. Tony’s lecture explored the history of tracing boards in general, and then delved into the specific design and distinctive features of the Bristol boards, offering valuable insights into their historical and symbolic importance.