Trustees of the Masonic Hall and Asylum Fund
AT THE MASONIC CARE COMMUNITY, WE LOOK TO THE PAST, LIVE IN THE PRESENT, AND PLAN FOR THE FUTURE.
The Trustees of the Masonic Hall and Asylum Fund were created by an act of the New York State Legislature in April of 1864. With that decree, this group was entrusted with the maintenance and protection of various assets of the New York State Masonic Fraternity. The Trustees were empowered to build and maintain the Masonic Hall on West 23rd Street in New York City. From the revenue derived from those buildings, they would operate a home for the relief, support, and care of Masons, their wives, widows, and orphans. Originally founded as the “Masonic Home” in May of 1893, the Trustees continue their legacy of overseeing the operations of the Masonic Care Community.
All volunteers, the Trustees also oversee operations of Round Lake Camp and the Camp Turk program in the Adirondacks. They also oversee the DeWint House/George Washington’s Headquarters and Historic Site in Tappan New York; the Grand Lodge Building of the New York State Masonic Fraternity in New York City, Masonic Care New Rochelle, and development of a new property site in Henrietta, New York.
The New York State Masonic Fraternity supports the Masonic Care Community and has helped shape who we are today.
Members of the New York State Fraternity, and Brother Masons from around the country, have been leading contributors to the Masonic Care Community from its very beginning to today. They have helped create a safe haven and welcome place for tens of thousands of people in need.
Click here to access the latest issues of The Empire State Mason Magazine and to learn more about the NYS Masonic Fraternity.
As we focus on the present, we celebrate improvements to the Masonic Care Community campus.
It was our past that shaped us, all while we’ve continued to remain focused on making continuing improvements to our campus. On any given day, you can see workers and trucks engaged in activities that enhance our buildings and our grounds for the people we serve.
Highlights of activities and improvements at MCC:
- Veterans Memorial Garden: The Veterans Memorial Garden is on the beautiful grounds of the Masonic Care Community, just in front of Wiley Hall. We have designated this part of the campus for reflection, healing, and remembrance of the men and women who have served and currently serve in the various branches of the United States Armed Forces. This Garden promises to be a special place for serenity and pride for both residents and visitors to our community. Learn more in our Veterans Memorial Garden Brochure about supporting this worthwhile project.
- Horticultural Center: One of the few horticultural centers ever built on a senior care community campus, the Horticultural Center is a beautiful asset and resource for our residents. From growing clubs and activities to events and gatherings to S’mores on the outside patio, the Horticultural Center is a special place. We also grow lettuce, produce for resident meals, and flowers for outdoor use. Kids in our childcare program benefit from educational activities in the Horticultural Center’s classroom and engage in intergenerational programming with our residents.
- Daniel D. Tompkins Memorial Chapel: Built in 1912, the Chapel is the oldest building on the Masonic Care Community Campus. When you visit the Chapel, you will see that the older, less architecturally appealing tunnel between the Chapel and the Administration Building has been removed. The majestic Chapel now stands on its own, creating a beautiful new look for the most historic building on the Masonic Care Community campus.
- St. John's Day has returned to the MCC campus
We’re always happy to talk to you about the Masonic Care Community.
Whether you’re looking for care for yourself or a loved one, or would simply like to learn more about the Masonic Care Community, we’d love to speak with you! You may call us at (315) 798-4800 to learn more about how we can help, or click the button below to fill out our convenient contact form. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
Community Impact
An overview of this past year’s events, celebrations and initiatives in the community. Highlighting the contributions of our donors, volunteers, staff and residents.
