Welcome to the official website of John Philip Sousa Lodge No. 1106, Free And Accepted Masons, of the District of Columbia, located at Takoma, DC on the border of Takoma Park, MD. We are known as JPS!

We are a unique lodge where our focus is on music and the arts! Here, you will be able to learn about our history, meet our members, keep up-to-date on news and events, and also pay dues or purchase gear.

“Sincere composers believe in God.” - Brother John Philip Sousa

MEET US
If you are a Mason (in a grand lodge recognized by our grand lodge) who would like to attend a lodge meeting in Washington D.C., you are most welcome to come to our meetings and our complimentary catered dinners. 

We usually meet the 5th Thursdays of the month, but please contact our Worshipful Master or Secretary to confirm information about meetings and dinners.

We are always, also, seeking good men who want to become better men.

YOUR JOURNEY TO BECOMING A MASON
John Philip Sousa Lodge No. 1106 welcomes those qualified men who are interested in joining a fraternity whose members and principles have shaped our country and our history.

Men age 18 and older who believe in a Supreme Being and meet the qualifications and standards for membership are eligible to petition. We welcome men of every country, religion, race, age, income, education, and opinion.

The process for becoming a Mason is managed at the lodge level. The first step towards joining is to contact us and state that you would like to have consider you for membership.

Please navigate our website to learn more. We welcome you to contact us for more information.