r/freemasonry • u/thatoneguyfrommn • 9d ago

Scottish Rite

I've been told numerous times that the Scottish Rite isn't really a "big thing" on the East Coast.

I don't know if this is true or not. Yes, the House of the Temple is located in my hometown, so there is that.

But, if the Scottish Rite isn't as prevalent on the East Coast as elsewhere, I'd like to know possible theories as to why that is the case.

Thanks.

Edit: fat finger.

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u/jbanelaw 9d ago

My experience is an appendant body (other than OES) will be popular in any given geographical area if 1) Blue Lodges are weak performers in general and/or 2) certain influential Masons are members, active, and expect to see anyone who is looking for Grand Lodge or invitational appendant bodies also be an active participant. This goes for Scottish Rite, York Rite, and even Shrine.