The 73rd Triennial of the General Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons International and the 49th Triennial of the General Grand Council of Cryptic Masons International will be held in Washington, D.C. from August 29 through September 2, 2026, which occurs during the 250th Anniversary of founding of the United States of America. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to attend a General Grand Triennial session at the same time our country is celebrating its 250th anniversary.
The General Grand Chapter Triennial will meet on Monday, August 30th and the General Grand Council Triennial will meet on Tuesday, September 1st. The sessions will be held at the Capitol Hilton located at 1001 16th Street. There will be hotel availability before and after the Triennial for those who want to visit Washington, D.C. during the 250th celebration of the Declaration of Independence.
Attendees traveling to Washington, DC, can fly into Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), or Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). The Capital Hilton is conveniently located in downtown DC, just a short ride from these airports. From DCA, attendees can take the Metro (Blue Line) to McPherson Square Station, a short walk from the hotel, or opt for a taxi, Uber, Lyft, or airport shuttle (about a 15-minute ride).
Mark these dates on your Masonic calendar for 2026! More details about plans for the Triennial and registration/meal information will be available soon. You may check the General Grand Chapter’s and General Grand Council’s websites to monitor updated announcements. More information will also be available at the Arkansas Grand Session on March 13 – 14, 2026, in Little Rock.
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