Lodge History
Houston’s Historic Fifth Ward & Prince Hall Masonry
Chartered under the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Texas, True Level Lodge #226 has served as an pillar of brotherhood, civic engagement, and community empowerment since 1906.
Historical Timeline (1906 – Present)
Chartering of True Level Lodge #226
Worshipful Master and founding brethren established True Level Lodge #226 under the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Texas to provide African American men in Houston a sanctuary for brotherhood, leadership, and community uplifting.
Anchoring in Houston’s Historic Fifth Ward
Establishing the permanent lodge hall on Lyons Avenue, serving as a beacon of civic engagement, civil rights activism, and charitable aid during a pivotal era in Houston history.
Community Revitalization & Veteran Housing Project
Partnered with the Travis Manion Foundation to rehabilitate veteran homes and expand Lyons Avenue community wellness programs.
Over 118 Years of Continuous Service
Continuing the proud tradition of Prince Hall Masonry in Houston with active mentorship, food distributions, educational scholarships, and civic leadership.
Past Masters
M. H. Griffin
Charter Worshipful Master (Elected June 10, 1906)
J. J. Henry
Elected June 1, 1918
Mabury Harris
Elected June 1, 1922
W. H. Peebles
Elected June 1, 1927
Gilbert Jackson
Elected June 1, 1933
M. L. Ward
Led 1952 acquisition & construction of 4212 Lyons Ave. hall
Levis Myers
Elected June 1, 1957
W. Y. Strawder
Elected June 1, 1965
Columbus McNeal
Elected June 1, 1967
J. W. Hays
Elected June 1, 1974
N. J. Redwood
Led successful mortgage payoff campaign for 4212 Lyons Ave.
Clayborne Brown
Elected June 1, 1982
Frank DeWalt
Elected June 1, 1984
Gregory August
Two-term Worshipful Master
Melvin Thomas
Elected June 1, 2003
Dedrick Finister
Elected June 1, 2006
Arthur Mays
Elected June 1, 2010
Micheal Sims
Elected June 1, 2013
Eugene Miles
Elected June 1, 2014
Tony Campbell
Elected June 1, 2016
Samuel Johnson
Elected June 1, 2018
Pierre Brown
Elected May 1, 2021
Antorio Marius
Elected May 1, 2023
Percy Williams
Elected May 1, 2024; Designed Lodge Challenge Coin
Mikeal Dabney El
Elected May 1, 2025