QC Conference, The Queens’ College, Cambridge
3rd-5th September 2027
Ritual – Pasts & Present
The 1720s and early 1730s saw the introduction of radical new Masonic ritual, with the Second Degree reflecting the emergence and incorporation of Enlightenment values and the Third Degree introducing the Hiramic legend. Other degrees and degree systems followed over succeeding years and decades. Notwithstanding this, in many jurisdictions there is a belief that ritual is in some manner immutable and not open to change. This Conference outlines why that has not been and is not the case.
2027 marks the approximate tercentenary of the introduction of Third Degree and the anniversary provides an opportunity for our speakers, panellists and delegates to discuss, debate and contextualise the evolution of Masonic ritual in Britain, Ireland, Europe, America and elsewhere.
We have a slate of world-class speakers and papers that cover the Blue Degrees, The Royal Arch, European Rituals, the Swedish and Scottish Rites, and much more. This is the first occasion on which such a breadth of topics will be considered and debated and promises to be a fascinating and ground-breaking event. The venue, Queens’ College, Cambridge, is also outstanding. Queens’ was founded in 1448 by Margaret of Anjou and spans the River Cam with the Mathematical Bridge. Its alumni include Erasmus, who studied at the college from 1506-1515.
Accommodation is available in College and can be secured on the Booking Form, and we will have access to both the College Bar and dining facilities. The Conference Dinner on Saturday evening will be preceded by a drinks reception in the Old Hall.
The dress code for the weekend is relaxed smart/casual, albeit with a jacket and tie, or suit, or dress, for the Conference Dinner and Reception. Partners are welcome to attend, as are all members (and non-members) of QCCC. A range of books and regalia will be available courtesy of Lewis Masonic.
Should you wish to stay outside of College, this is, of course, also available: alternative accommodation in Cambridge.
Please diarise the Conference, which will be exceptional. And Book Here for a great few days.
Cambridge2027@quatuorcoronati.com
