Cedars Are Cut Down for the Jerusalem Temple. Gustave Doré, 1866
Grand Council of Cryptic Masons of Delaware
Joseph W. Dawson, III
Most Illustrious Grand Master, 2026 to 2027
The Body
About the Grand Council
Cryptic Masonry is conferred in a Council of Cryptic Masons. It includes the Royal Master, Select Master, and Super Excellent Master degrees, which complete the narrative begun in Capitular Masonry.
The Grand Council of Cryptic Masons of Delaware was chartered in 1926. It oversees the Cryptic Councils of our jurisdiction.
Across the First State
Cryptic Councils
| No. | Name | Meeting Location | Stated Meetings | Chartered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gunning Bedford Council | 818 Market St., Wilmington | Fourth Wednesday, 7:30 PM (except summer & December) | October 1, 1918 |
| 3 | Joppa Council | 201 E. Market St., Georgetown | First Thursday, 7:30 PM (Oct, Dec, Feb, Apr) | September 9, 1924 |
| 4 | Thrice Illustrious Masters Council | 112 E. Market St., Newport | By summons | March 14, 1992 |
National Affiliation
The Grand Council works under General Grand Council of Cryptic Masons International.