178th Annual Grand Communication
of the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge, State of New York June 14 - 16, 2024Greetings and WELCOME to
the 178th Annual Grand Communication.
I extend my sincere “Thank You” to each of you for joining us. Your presence and participation are very much appreciated.
May our time together be Productive, Harmonious, Enjoyable and filled with Great Memories.
God Bless.
MW Gregory R. Smith, Jr., Grand Master
Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge
State of New York
This year’s event will be held on
June 14 – 16, 2024
at the The Hilton Albany, located at 40 Lodge Street in Albany, NY.
Tel: (518) 462-6611
COVID Waiver Required
We’re excited that you’re planning on joining us at the 178th Annual Grand Communication. This event will take place at The Hilton Albany, located at 40 Lodge Street in Albany, NY. 10591. The health and safety of our Officers, Members and guest are of the utmost importance to us. So we’ve taken steps to ensure that your experience is both safe and memorable.
Before you can register for the events and purchase tickets, it is required that you agree to the following Waiver.
Registration Deadlines
| Advance Registration 03/01 – 05/03 | Late Registration 05/04 –05/31 | Late / Onsite Registration 06/01 – 06/15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Lodge Members, Past Masters & Principal Officers of Lodges | $175 | $190 | $215 |
| All Master Masons who are not a Principal Officer of a Lodge | $100 | $100 | $100 |
Hotel
The Hilton Albany
The Hotel Rate cut-off date is May 17, 2024, or when the room block sells out, whichever comes first.
You must Register BEFORE having access to book a Hotel Room.
Once you have registered, you will receive, via email, your Registration Confirmation which will include the LINK to book your Hotel Room.
Vendors
Want to be a Vendor at this Year’s Grand Session? Click on the link below to register and secure your vending space.
VENDOR REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS MAY 31, 2024
For more information contact the Vendor Chairs:
R.W. Henry Rowlett
henryrowlett@gmail.com
914-523-4489
R.W. Gavin M. Maxwell
gmax1022@gmail.com
646-526-5491
Event Schedule
Thursday, June 14
Check-in: 4:00 pm
Registration Open: 6:00pm to 10:00pm
Friday, June 15
Registration Open: 7:00am to 7:00pm
Official Opening GL Session: 8:00am
Nomination of Officers
Saturday, June 16
Registration Open: 7:00am
Election of Officers
Event Committees
W.B. Parker Burton, III – Convention Chair.
P.G.W.M. Lisa D. Horton – Assistant to Chair.
R.W. Howard H. Williams – Credentials Chair.
R.W. Henry Rowlett – Vendor Chair.
R.W. Gavin M. Maxwell – Vendor Co-Chair.
R.W. Nigel J. Cudjoe – Tech & Website Co-Chair.
P.M. Lisa A. Gibson – Tech & Website Co-Chair.