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District IA
County Polk
Meeting Times
  • 4th Thu @ 6:00 PM
    Every month; except Jun, Dec
    ACTUALLY: Stated is the LAST Thu of the month. NOV: Thu prior to Thanksgiving. JUN & DEC: Festive Boards (Feasts of the Sts. John).
Phone 515-480-8930
Email legacy678secretary@gmail.com
Street Address
519 Park Street
Des Moines , IA   50309-1613

Officers

Worshipful Master David McCluskey
Senior Warden Donald Kom
Junior Warden Matthew Hoffmann
Treasurer Timothy Whipple
Secretary Thomas Cox

Upcoming Events

  • DEC
    17
    2025
    Legacy: Installation and Feast of St. John Evangelist Thu 17 Dec 6 PM (DM York Rite Collaboration)

    Event Details: Legacy: Installation and Feast of St. John Evangelist Thu 17 Dec 6 PM (DM York Rite Collaboration)

    5:15 PM – 5:30 PM
    York Rite Opening & Election of Officers
    Location: 2nd Floor Library
    •    Commandery declared open
    •    Election of Officers
    •    York Rite transitions to 1st Floor afterward to attend Legacy Lodge Installation
    •    Concurrent Ladies’ Program: Christmas Bingo & Wine in the Tapestry Room

    6:00 PM
    Legacy Lodge No. 678 Installation of Officers
    Location: Blue Lodge Room (1st Floor)
    York Rite members will salute the incoming Worshipful Master and order swords for the newly installed officers.

    Legacy Lodge Officers for 2026
    Elected Officers
    •    Worshipful Master – Donald E. Kom
    •    Senior Warden – Matthew M. Hoffmann
    •    Junior Warden – Dallas M. L. Downey
    •    Treasurer – Timothy J. Whipple, P∴M∴
    •    Secretary – Thomas D. Cox, P∴M∴
    Appointed Officers
    •    Senior Deacon – Craig S. Long
    •    Junior Deacon – Shane A. Harshbarger
    •    Senior Steward – Samuel J. Howells
    •    Junior Steward – Aaron J. Anderson
    •    Tyler – Levant B. Turkmut
    •    Chaplain – Douglas L. Stephenson, P∴M∴
    •    Marshall – Jeremy N. Davis, P∴M∴
    Junior Past Master for 2026
    •    David J. McCluskey

    7:00 PM – 7:45 PM
    Christmas Social Gathering
    Location: 2nd Floor, Tapestry Room
    A joint social hour with the York Rite.
    •    Drinks provided by York Rite
    •    “Magic Cart of Plenty” contributions by Legacy Lodge
    •    Hors d’oeuvres served

    7:45 PM – 8:00 PM
    Opening Remarks & Toasts
    •    Welcome from the 2026 Worshipful Master and Eminent Commander
    •    Two Toasts
    •    “A Masonic Night Before Christmas”
    o    Read by Bro. Don Kom
    •    Two Additional Toasts

    8:00 PM – 8:25 PM
    Education & Musical Program
    St. John’s Day Presentation
    •    Presented by WB Monte Wyatt P∴M∴
    Musical Performance
    •    Performed by Sir Knight Bryan Bever

    Closing Social
    •    Spotify Christmas DJ Playlist
    •    Fellowship and relaxation to conclude the evening

    6:00 PM
    Des Moines, IA
  • JAN
    29
    2026
    Legacy January Stated Meeting
    6:00 PM
    Des Moines, IA
  • JAN
    31
    2026
    DMSRC Blue Lodge Breakfast 2026

    Event Details: DMSRC Blue Lodge Breakfast 2026

    Get there early to get fed! All Central Iowa Masons are invited and encouraged to attend this FREE event sponsored by the Des Moines Scottish Rite with a timely reservation. RSVP directly to the DMSRC at no charge by 26 January.

    https://bit.ly/BLueLodgeBreakfast2026

    8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
    Des Moines, IA
  • FEB
    18
    2026
    DMSRC Spring Showcase Weds 18 Feb 5:00 PM

    Event Details: DMSRC Spring Showcase Weds 18 Feb 5:00 PM

    RSVP 515-288-8927

    5:00 PM
    Des Moines, IA
  • FEB
    26
    2026
    Legacy February Stated Meeting
    6:00 PM
    Des Moines, IA
  • MAR
    26
    2026
    Legacy March Stated Meeting
    6:00 PM
    Des Moines, IA
  • APR
    30
    2026
    Legacy April Stated Meeting
    6:00 PM
    Des Moines, IA
  • MAY
    28
    2026
    Legacy May Stated Meeting
    6:00 PM
    Des Moines, IA
  • JUN
    25
    2026
    Legacy Feast of St John Baptist (No June Stated) 6PM
    6:00 PM
    Des Moines, IA
  • JUL
    30
    2026
    Legacy July Stated Meeting
    6:00 PM
    Des Moines, IA
  • AUG
    27
    2026
    Legacy August Stated Meeting
    6:00 PM
    Des Moines, IA
  • SEP
    24
    2026
    Legacy September Stated Meeting
    6:00 PM
    Des Moines, IA
  • OCT
    29
    2026
    Legacy October Stated Meeting and Halloween Festive
    6:00 PM
    Des Moines, IA
  • NOV
    19
    2026
    Legacy November Stated Meeting and Election of Officers
    6:00 PM
    Des Moines, IA
  • DEC
    16
    2026
    Legacy Installation and Feast of St John Evangelist (Date Tentative)
    6:00 PM
    Des Moines, IA
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