About The Masons Table
Our Story
The Masons Table opened its doors in 2018, the latest tenant within the hallowed spaces of Singapore's storied and revered Masonic Hall.
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While Freemasonry continues to function in and around the building, our space is fully public, and as we are not affiliated with the Freemasons, we welcome all to host with us.
About the building.
We are the latest resident of the storied Freemasons Hall, situated behind the Central Fire Station, on the foot of Fort Canning Hill, and surrounded by rich history and nature. Though we
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Once revered by locals for its secrecy, the building has long hosted tenants on its ground floor, and our space is now freely accessible to all. We welcome you to dine in or host an event with us, and explore our restaurant!
"The Masonic Hall of Singapore, at 23A Coleman Street, was designed by Thomas A Cargill, a municipal engineer and a Freemason. The foundation stone of the Masonic Hall was laid in April 1879. The building was consecrated on 27 December later that year.
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- From "Masonic Hall" by Vernon Cornelius-Takahama, Singapore Infopedia
"This English Renaissance building was completed as a Masonic Lodge for the freemasons in Singapore. Freemasonry first started in Singapore in 1845, and Masonic meetings were held at various locations prior to the completion of this building. For many years, the building was known as rumah hantu, or “haunted house”, as few knew of the activities and ceremonies that were held in this exclusive clubhouse."
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