Chartered by the Grand Lodge of Texas in 1873 when the town was still a fledgling settlement on the edge of a railroad, Eagle Lake Masonic Lodge #366 has served the Eagle Lake community for more than a century. The majority of its first members were existing Masons who had moved to Texas from elsewhere to take advantage of the economic prospects. The lodge’s longtime headquarters are located on McCarty Avenue. Prior to this, the lodge built meeting halls in 1882 and 1891. In 1912, the lodge hired G. W. Keith as builder and constructed its new headquarters to continue its work of fellowship and service. The lodge leased out the first floor as commercial space for income, while the second floor was reserved for lodge meetings. Additionally, the lot next door was also owned by the Masons. It was sold to J. Nathan with the stipulation that he would never build more than a one-story building or sell alcohol for consumption. In 1880, the lodge purchased a burial ground in Eagle Lake, now known as the Masonic Cemetery (approximately .5 miles north). A notable member was Joseph Jefferson Mansfield (1861-1947), an attorney, newspaper publisher and Grand Master of Texas Masons who was County Attorney, County Judge and U.S. Congressman over more than 50 years of public service. In 1973, the Eagle Lake Lodge #366 celebrated its centennial with tributes to its membership for their leadership, brotherhood and community service. Additionally, the lodge laid cornerstones for several schools and local buildings. In recent years, the lodge has continued its focus on developing its members and supporting education and healthcare. For generations, the community and the area have benefited from the work of the Masonic Lodge in Eagle Lake. (2022)