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Knights of Pythias of Missouri
a fraternal order dedicated to
Friendship, Charity, & Benevolence
If fraternal love held all men bound, how beautiful this world would be.
-Justus H. Rathbone, Founder of the Knights of Pythias
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Thank you for visiting the official website of the Grand Lodge of Missouri of the Order Knights of Pythias. Instituted in 1871 under the authority of the Supreme Lodge, our grand domain now incorporates the states of Missouri, Kansas, and Arkansas.
Please take full advantage of our resources here. Read of our rich and gallant history, stay up to date with our news and events, and see what subordinate lodges are near you. If you are of good moral character, believe in a Supreme Being, are willing to learn and experience our chivalric way of life and want to know how to join, or if you have any other questions, please contact us.
Recent News & Updates
Knights of Damascus Lodge – “Guards of Flinthaven”
Officers and members of Damascus Lodge #445 volunteered with gusto at the Topeka Renaissance Festival October 25th - 26th, 2025. In the words of Chancellor Commander Jason Jennings, PC, "They manned the gates, patroled the fairgrounds, assisted merchants with tents...
Fraternal Greetings: Pythian and Masonic Leadership Meet in Missouri
Grand Chancellor Jordan Brizendine, Knights of Pythias of Missouri, had the pleasure of greeting Most Worshipful Grand Master Emmett J. Bryson, AF & AM, during the latter's informal visitation to California Masonic Lodge #183 A.F. & A.M. in California,...
154th MissouriGrand Lodge Convention
The Grand Lodge of Missouri was convened by Grand Chancellor Casey Pemberton at 9am on Friday, October 10th, 2025, at the Inn at Grand Glaize in Osage Beach, MO. Beginning with the Memorial Service honoring our Pythian fallen, the Grand Lodge proceeded to the...