Who We Are

Our Story

The Valley of Reading is comprised of four bodies: Lodge of Perfection, Council of Princes of Jerusalem, Knights of Rose Croix and Consistory. We have various special interest clubs, a volunteer organizationand two honorary group to honor members who have made special contributions to the Valley and Freemasonry.

Valley of Reading History

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Valley of Reading Leadership

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Commander in Chief

Harry E. Hackman 33°

Illustrious Brother Hackman is a Past Master of Thomson Lodge No. 340, Past District Deputy Grand Master of the 5th Masonic District, Past Most Wise Master of Francis M arion Highley Chapter Knights of Ros e Croix, Past Membership Chairman of the Valley of Reading and a member of the Cathedral Association of the Valley of Reading. Illustrious Brother Hackman was coron eted a n Honorary Member of the Supreme Council, 33° in Cleveland Ohio in 2012.

In addition to the Scottish Rite Illustrious Brother Hackman has served as presiding officer for many York Rite Bodies and is a Past Prior of Philadelphia Priory Knights of the York Cross of Honor.

Illustrious Brother Hackman and Lady Lynda live in West Chester, Pa and have two children.