Library

The Missouri Masonic Research Library houses a collection of more than 10,000 books spanning over four centuries, with a strong focus on 19th-21st century publications. Organized into key sections, the Library includes proceedings documenting records of the Grand Lodge of Missouri and other Masonic bodies worldwide, as well as periodicals such as newspapers and magazines produced by Masonic organizations, both of which serve as valuable research resources. The broader collection features historical works, biographies, and Masonic literature. In addition, the Library preserves the extensive Ray V. Denslow collection, which includes his writings, correspondence, and personal reflections, offering insight into his influential role in Freemasonry. A dedicated display for the Missouri Lodge of Research highlights founding documents and personal artifacts, including correspondence between notable figures like Harry Truman, showcasing the efforts to document and preserve Missouri’s Masonic history.