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Masonic lodge opens door to enlightenment: exhibition in Marktredwitz!
On October 19, 2025, an exhibition in Marktredwitz will provide information about the “Luisenburg” Freemason Lodge. Visit the Textilhaus Dietz for enlightenment and discover fascinating symbols.
Masonic lodge opens door to enlightenment: exhibition in Marktredwitz!
Marktredwitz, a city with an eventful history, will become a site of enlightenment on Sunday, October 19th, in the former textile house Dietz, next to the “Bairischer Hof” hotel. The Freemason Lodge “Luisenburg Wunsiedel-Marktredwitz” opens its doors and invites visitors to the exhibition from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. to find out more about the secrets and customs of the Freemasons. The aim is to get closer to the often mystified secret society and to combat the persistent rumors that surround it. As the Frankenpost reports, classic Masonic symbols such as squares, compasses and trowels are presented, which are deeply rooted in the history of this brotherhood.
Freemasonry has a long tradition that dates back to the 17th century. The oldest Masonic lodge in the world is the Lodge of Edinburgh (Mary’s Chapel) No. 1, which was founded in Scotland in 1599. The official origin of modern Freemasonry is often dated to June 24, 1717, when four lodges in England merged. According to history, Albert Stadelmann, the first Freemason from the region, was accepted into the “Zum Morgenstern” lodge in Hof in 1803, which is one of the oldest lodges in Germany. This promotes the exchange of values and makes an important contribution to understanding within society, especially in today's times when there are often prejudices and conspiracy theories against Freemasons, as Wikipedia describes.
A look into the history of the lodge
The history of the “Luisenburg Wunsiedel-Marktredwitz” lodge is just as fascinating. The beginnings can be traced back to 1799, when the “Zum Morgenstern” lodge was founded. As early as 1907, the lodge had seven members who maintained personal friendships. The number soon grew to 17, and an official connection to the “Harmonie” society in Wunsiedel was created in 1910. The meetings continued during the difficult war years; The members were able to make an important contribution by donating to the German Red Cross and supporting needy community members.
Despite various setbacks, such as the fire in the civil society building in 1963, the lodge continued to thrive. An important turning point was the revival in 1945, when Br. Benno Timper gathered the brothers from the region and brought the circle back to life with a proud 31 members. The official approval of the American military government for a fraternity meeting in 1948 was another milestone in the history of the lodge.
Current challenges and visions
Today the Freemasons find themselves caught between tradition and modernity. During the upcoming exhibition, visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about the philosophy of Freemasonry, which is based on values such as freedom, equality and fraternity. The challenges associated with anti-Masonism are also discussed. These prejudices are often deeply rooted in society and have led to Freemasons being persecuted in many countries, such as Spain and Germany under the Nazi regime.
The decision to organize this exhibition aims to educate and bring the Brotherhood out of anonymity. “Freemasonry is not a secret society,” says a member of the lodge, “but an open network that cares about ethical values.” This is a message that is more important than ever in this day and age.
So you are cordially invited to get to know the world of Freemasons better on Sunday. Be inspired by the exhibits and the history of this traditional brotherhood. Further information can be found on the lodge's website at BT Wunsiedel and in the article Frankenpost, which report on the event in detail.