We are entering into a new era at Mercer. Stay tuned for the launch of a new website, building upgrades, and much more. 2025 is shaping up to be an outstanding year!

The Brethren of John J. Mercer Lodge No. 290 often engage with their local community, whether through events open to the public or attending public events. Check out our upcoming public engagement events below – we hope to see you there! Note: ALL events listed below are OPEN to the PUBLIC. All events are at the Benson Masonic Temple (5903 Maple St) unless otherwise noted. 2025 March 7, 2025 Benson First Friday: Artist Markets & Breakfast Burritos

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2023 Rock Maul Award (Large Lodge) John J. Mercer Lodge No. 290 At the 2023 Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of Nebraska, John J. Mercer Lodge No. 290 repeated as winners of the Rock Maul Award (Large Lodge). The Rock Maul Award is bestowed by the Grand Master, upon the recommendation of the Grand Lodge Awards Committee, to a large lodge and a small lodge whose works represent the best well-rounded large and small lodges in Nebraska.

2023 Nebraska Masonic All-Star Marching Band Camp Mercer sponsored three kids at the recent Nebraska Masonic All-Star Marching Band camp in Kearney; two individual Brothers each sponsored a student and the lodge did one as a whole (Josh Eisenmann; not pictured). Pictured here is Bro. Mark Beneda and Asher Strecker and WB Eric BenSalah with Jamison Meyer.

Mercer’s Bronze Jordan Medal Holder: Bro. Richard Johnson The Bronze Jordan Medal is presented to the Master Mason in good standing and has the longest period of membership with the lodge. Each lodge in Nebraska awards a Bronze Jordan Medal.

Mercer Men replace the flag at the entrance to the Creative District of Benson Mercer helped replace the flag at the entrance of the Creative District of Benson this evening. The Benson Improvement District has been working with Mercer to keep this tradition going the last two years.