Annual Meeting - Louisville, KY
August 26-29, 2023
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2023 Annual Meeting
REGISTRATION OPENS APRIL 11, 2023
(Last Update: 2/13/23)
We are excited to see you in Louisville, Kentucky for our 2023 Annual Meeting in August! The hours and locations for our offices and functions/events are listed below. These are subject to change so please check back for updates. Our FAQs section will assist you in planning for what is sure to be a wonderful time together again.
Supreme Council Offices
Rose Ballroom, 2nd Floor, Louisville Marriott Downtown
Thursday: 9am-5pm | Friday: 7:30am-6pm | Saturday: 8am-6pm
Sunday: 8am-3pm | Monday: 1pm-5pm | Tuesday: 8am-11am
Registration Hours & Locations
Member Registration
Marriott Ballroom Foyer, Louisville Marriott Downtown
Registration Hours for Members & Guests
Saturday: 10:00am-6:00pm | Sunday: 8:00am-3:00pm | Monday: 1:00pm-5:00pm
Candidate Registration
Bluegrass Ballroom, 2nd Floor, Louisville Marriott Downtown
Registration Hours for Candidates & Guests
Saturday: 10:00am-6:00pm | Sunday: 8:00am-3:00pm | Monday: By Appointment Only
Marketplace Hours & Location
Kentucky Ballroom, 1st Floor, Louisville Marriott Downtown
Saturday: 10:00am- 6:00pm | Sunday: 8:00am- 3:00pm | Monday: 1:00pm- 5:00pm | Tuesday: 8:00am-11:00am
2023 Annual Session Schedule
*Please Note That These Times & Locations Are Subject To Change
Sunday, August 27, 2023
Vesper Service 4:00pm-5:00pm
Louisville Palace Theatre
Dress: Jacket & Tie
Candidate Celebration 5:30 p.m. **
Louisville Marriott Hotel
Dress: Jacket & Tie
** Candidate and guest only
Monday, August 28, 2023
General Session 9:00am-12:00pm
Louisville Palace Theatre
Dress: Jacket & Tie
Entertainment 6:00pm-10:00pm
Churchill Downs & The Kentucky Derby Museum
Dress: Casual / Favorite Scottish Rite Shirt
Tuesday, August 29, 2023
Candidate Photographs 11:00am-3:00pm
Marriott Ballroom Salon 6, 2nd Floor, Louisville Marriott Downtown
Dress: Full Dress
Conferral of the 33rd Degree 3:00pm
Louisville Palace Theatre
Dress: Full Dress
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Marketplace Vendors
Interested in becoming a vendor in our Annual Meeting Marketplace? Please reach out to Brother Matt Gerrish at [email protected]
Proper Dress
Most Events: Jacket & Tie
Casual: Shorts or jeans, be comfortable!
Get your Scottish Rite shirt before the session at TheMasonicMarketplace.com
33rd Conferral: Tails
- White Tie
- Black Tailcoat
- Matching Black Trouser
- White Pique Formal Shirt
- White Pique Vest
- White Pique Bow Tie
- Mother of Pearl Cufflinks/Studs
-Black Shoes & Black Socks
Registration Dates
Candidates: January 2023
Distinguished & Foreign Guests: February 2023
Active/ Emeriti: February 2023
General Registration: April 11, 2023
How to Register
Registration will be available in My Journey (formerly Member Center) in early April 2023. Please log on with your credentials, and click on “Register for Annual Session.”
You will need to enter your name and your guest name (if applicable) how you want them to appear on the badges. Please verify your information.
Once the registration fee of $300 is paid, you will receive an email confirmation with your state hotel assignment. Please click on the link and make your reservation. If you need any special hotel requests, changes, or to cancel please call the hotel directly.
State Hotel Assignments
HQ Hotel |
Louisville Marriott Downtown |
Maine |
Marriott |
New Hampshire |
Omni |
Vermont |
Omni |
Massachusetts |
Omni |
Rhode Island |
Marriott |
Connecticut |
Marriott |
New York |
Omni |
New Jersey |
Marriott |
Pennsylvania |
Marriott |
Delaware |
Marriott |
Ohio |
Omni |
Michigan |
Omni |
Indiana |
Omni |
Illinois |
Marriott |
Wisconsin |
Omni |
CITY TOURS/SIGHTSEEING
Want to experience the sights, history, and tastes of Louisville without all the walking? Sign up for a bus tour!
EVERYTHING TOUR INCLUDES:
- 30-minute stop at Churchill Downs, home of the Kentucky Derby
- Local food tastes and beer, wine, and bourbon samples on the bus -- and don't forget the Mint Julep!
- A drive through the Historic District known as Old Louisville
- A walk down the picturesque St. James Ct (weather permitting)
- Crossing the Mighty Ohio River into neighboring Indiana
- A candy-making demonstration from a 5th generation owner of Schimpff's Confectionary, complete with the nostalgia of an old soda fountain
- Astop at 21C Museum Hotel, Slugger Museum or the Frazier Museum
- A group photo on the riverfront
$99/per person *Mention Scottish Rite Convention, receive $4 off*
*Tour is run by City Taste Tours and not through Supreme Council
To book a tour:
Call City Taste Tours in advance at 502-417-5246 OR visit their booth onsite at the Marketplace during Annual Meeting.
COVID-19
Supreme Council, along with our hotel & theater partners work in accordance with local, state and CDC guidelines to host you in the safest way possible.