Wednesday, 29 October 2008

Masonic Certificates: a magnificent source for research

Masonic Certificates and Research 

One of the most neglected sources in masonic and public archives are masonic certificates. They are however a fascinating evidence for the mobility of masons before the introduction of passports in national states. Besides, they contain an extraordinary imagery. 

Our centre aims at to launch a project in order to digitize such certificates and to interpret them as documents that demonstrate the cultural dynamics of a fraternal organization.