Local Prince Hall Grand Lodge Celebrates Installations of New Leaders

January 14, 2026

The Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Washington, D.C. and the Georgiana Thomas Grand Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star recently conducted a joint ceremony to inaugurate and install their newly elected leadership for 2026. The event took place at the University of the District of Columbia's Theatre of the Performing Arts and featured the installation of Grand Master Alvin F. Smith Jr.

Who is affected

The Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge, Washington, D.C.
The Georgiana Thomas Grand Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star, Prince Hall Affiliation (PHA), Washington, D.C.
Most Worshipful Grand Master Alvin F. Smith Jr.
Grand Worthy Matron Brenda G. Hardaway
Grand Worthy Patron Joseph N. Yearwood III
Members of the Prince Hall Masonic jurisdiction in the District of Columbia

What action is being taken

The newly elected leaders are serving in their installed positions for the 2026 administration
Grand Master Smith is leading the jurisdiction of the District of Columbia

Why it matters

This leadership transition is significant because it ensures continued governance and direction for these historic Prince Hall Masonic organizations in Washington, D.C. The installation reinforces the organizations' foundational principles of unity, brotherly love, relief, and truth, which guide their community service and fraternal activities. These organizations represent important African American fraternal institutions with deep historical roots in the community.

What's next

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