Masonic Bodies - Other Affiliated Bodies

Other Affiliated Bodies

• Ancient Arabic Order of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, (A.A.O.N.M.S.). Shriners, as they are known colloquially, meet in Shrine "temples," and are well known for their maroon fezzes, lavish parades, and sponsorship of children's hospitals.
• Royal Order of Jesters (R.O.J.) Colloquially known as "Jesters," local "courts" are limited to thirteen initiates yearly. Initiation, by invitation and unanimous ballot, is limited to members in good standing of the Shrine.
• Mystic Order of Veiled Prophets of the Enchanted Realm. Colloquially known as "The Grotto;" members wear black fezzes.
• Order of Quetzalcoatl. Colloquially known as "The Q", a group mostly in the West and Southwest United States.

The following affiliated organizations admit both Masons and female relatives of Masons:

• Order of the Eastern Star. Membership is limited to Master Masons and their close female relatives. The Chapter is run by the women; the Master Mason is just there to help open the Chapter. The female relatives are wife, sister, daughter, mother, and various grands, step relatives and in-laws.
• Order of the Amaranth. An American androgynous order for Master Masons and their female relatives.