Welcome to Brainard No. 102!

While the Grand Lodge of Connecticut was chartered in 1789, we received Grand Lodge Dispensation on June 11th, 1867 and received our Charter at that time. While many of our members are from Niantic, Waterford, New London, and nearby towns, we have members throughout Central Connecticut and across a variety of locations.

The Brothers of Brainard Lodge meet @ 7:30pm on the Second and Fourth Tuesdays monthly, except July and August.

As are all Masons, we are dedicated to making our communities better places for our neighbors in need. Our charitable contributions include the local Food Pantry, College Scholarships, The Connecticut Masonic Foundation, Boy Scouts of America, and other worthy causes. One of our longest running traditions is the Annual Thanksgiving Breakfast which we host the Sunday before Thanksgiving.

We also host an Annual Corned Beef and Cabbage dinner to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.

We are located at:
32 Society Rd, Niantic, CT 06357

Mailing address:
P.O. Box 120
Niantic, CT 06357-0120
Please address correspondence accordingly.

On behalf of WM Craig Pedro and the officers and brethren of Brainard Lodge #102, welcome! If you are not yet a Mason, feel free to stop by (contact for details). We would be happy to let you know what it's all about!

Events Calendar

April 2025

Monday, April 28th — Blue Lodge Council Meeting
Dinner: 6 p.m. - Chili Cookoff Competition (Hosted by Oxoboxo Lodge #116)

Wednesday, April 30th — Master Mason Degree Rehearsal (1st Half)
6 PM (TBD)

May 2025

Wednesday, May 7th — Master Mason Degree Rehearsal (1st Half)
6 PM (TBD)

Tuesday, May 13th — Stated Communication
Dinner: 6:30 PM | Meeting: 7:30 PM

Wednesday, May 14th — Master Mason Degree Rehearsal (1st Half)
6 PM (TBD)

Wednesday, May 21st — Master Mason Degree Rehearsal (1st Half)
6 PM (TBD)

Tuesday, May 27th — Master Mason Degree (1st Half)
Dinner: 6:30 PM | Degree: 7:30 PM

Wednesday, May 28th — Master Mason Degree Rehearsal (2st Half)
6 PM (TBD)

Friday, May 30th — The Masonic Naval Degree (The Meadows Lodge, East Longmeadow, MA)
Degree: 6 PM
 

June 2025

Wednesday, June 4th — Master Mason Degree Rehearsal (2st Half)
6 PM (TBD)

Tuesday, June 10th — Master Mason Degree (2nd Half)
Dinner: 6:30 PM | Degree: 7:30 PM

Tuesday, June 24th — Fellowcraft Degree (Hawaiian Shirts)
Dinner: 6:30 PM | Degree: 7:30 PM

 

Past Events

On Tuesday March 25th, Brainard lodge admitted three new Brothers during its Annual Inspection, led by WM Craig Pedro and his line of officers.

Brainard Lodge Annual Corned Beef & Cabbage DinnerMarch 8, 2025

Brainard Lodge hosted its Annual Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner on March 8, 2025, from 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. The event was a success, bringing together 33 attendees for an afternoon of great food and fellowship.

On Saturday December 7th, Brainard Lodge #102 participated in Outer Light Brewing Company's 4th Annual Toy Drive for the Tommy Toy Fund. In all, Brainard donated more than $700 worth of toys to children in need.

 
In November, Brainard Lodge #102 conducted a District 8 Junior Warden's night, featuring an Entered Apprentice Degree. Sitting in the east that evening was Junior Warden Jonathan Lamas, who helped raise four new brothers.

On Tuesday July 23rd, Brothers of Brainard Lodge held a special summer session Fellowcraft degree.

Brainard Lodge #102 hosted a fantastic Strawberry Festival in June. The annual event was a delightful success, filled with delicious strawberries, great company, and unforgettable memories. Thank you to everyone who joined us and made it special. (Photo by Ray Greer)

On Tuesday, June 11, 2024, Brainard Lodge celebrated its 157th anniversary with the raising of four Brothers to the sublime degree of Master Mason.

A new Brother was initiated on Tuesday, January 23, 2024.


Several new Brothers were initiated on Tuesday, September 26, 2023.


Several Brothers from Brainard Lodge were initiated as Nobles in the Sphinx Shriners on Saturday May 6, 2023.

On Saturday March 11th, 2023 we hosted our annual Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner.

Congrats to our newest Brother Ryan! Thanks to all who came out to attend his EA Degree on January 25, 2023, and many thanks to our 2023 Officers.


Brothers gathered on Tuesday October 25, 2022 to present an amazing Master Mason Degree.

Brainard Brothers presented an amazing Fellowcraft Degree on Tuesday May 24, 2022.

Brainard Brothers were honored to attend the special Garibaldi Lodge 542 EA Degree in New York City on Friday May 6, 2022.

Thanks to all who came out to support our Food Drive benefitting the East Lyme Food Pantry on Saturday April 9, 2022! It was a great day for a great cause.

Upcoming Events
  • MAY
    13
    Brainard Lodge No. 102 Stated Meeting
    7:30 PM
    32 Society Rd, Niantic, CT
  • MAY
    14
    Master Mason Degree - 1st Half Rehearsal
    6:00 PM
    32 Society Rd, Niantic, CT
  • MAY
    21
    Master Mason Degree - 1st Half Rehearsal
    6:00 PM
    32 Society Rd, Niantic, CT
  • MAY
    27
    Brainard Lodge No. 102 Event - MM Degree (1st Half)
    7:30 PM
    32 Society Rd, Niantic, CT
  • MAY
    28
    Master Mason Degree - Second Half Rehearsal
    6:00 PM
    32 Society Rd, Niantic, CT
  • MAY
    30
    The Masonic Naval Degree
    6:00 PM
    43 Chestnut Street, East Longmeadow, MA
  • JUN
    04
    Master Mason Degree - Second Half Rehearsal
    6:00 PM
    32 Society Rd, Niantic, CT
  • JUN
    10
    Brainard Lodge No. 102 Event - MM Degree (2nd Half)
    7:30 PM
    32 Society Rd, Niantic, CT
  • JUN
    24
    Brainard Lodge No. 102 Event - FC Degree (Hawaiian Shirts)
    7:30 PM
    32 Society Rd, Niantic, CT
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