About The Lodge

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OUR HISTORY

Founded in the spirit of unity and brotherhood, Fredericksburg Lodge No. 22 has stood as a pillar of community life since its chartering in 1872. For more than 150 years, our lodge has welcomed members who seek fellowship, personal growth, and a lasting tradition of service.


Our story is part of something even greater. The Order of Knights of Pythias, founded in 1864 and the first fraternal organization to receive a charter from the U.S. Congress, was established to promote the timeless virtues of Friendship, Charity, and Benevolence. From the earliest Supreme Lodge gatherings to the development of Grand Lodges across North America, Pythians have worked to uplift their communities and strengthen the bonds between neighbors.



Here in Fredericksburg, that legacy continues. Lodge No. 22 remains a place where men of good character come together to support one another, develop leadership, and serve the region we proudly call home.

 • CHARTERED 1872

Serving the Fredericksburg community for over 150 years

Regular Lodge Meetings

 Knights of Pythias Fredericksburg Lodge No. 22 meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at our lodge hall.


Visitors and prospective members are welcome. Please contact us in advance for details.

Brotherhood & Fellowship

A supportive circle of men committed to uplifting one another through shared values and purposeful relationships.

Community

Service

From charitable programs to local outreach, we continue the Pythian mission of helping those in need.

Tradition

& Ritual

Our ceremonies preserve the historic teachings of the Order—centered on loyalty, honor, and moral character.

Leadership

Development

Members grow through mentorship, public speaking, and opportunities to guide lodge projects and committees.

Some of Our Accomplishments:

150+

Years of Local Service

A legacy of consistent involvement and charitable impact across the Fredericksburg region.

10K+

Hours of Volunteer Support

Members contribute time, skills, and leadership to assist our community partners.

50+

Active Members

A thriving lodge representing a wide range of ages, backgrounds, and professions.

2k+

Pythian Chapter Lodges

We remains an active part of the Domain of Virginia and the Supreme Lodge Order of Knights of Pythias.

Joining this lodge connected me with lifelong friends and gave me a renewed sense of purpose. The history, the brotherhood, and the opportunity to serve—all of it matters.

Member of Lodge No. 22

Fredericksburg, VA

Lodge 22 Leadership

Donald Stamm

Supreme Chancellor

Tim Van Boening

Supreme Vice Chancellor

Wayne Knutson

Supreme Prelate

Craig Shink

Supreme Master at Arms

Donald Stamm

Supreme Chancellor

Tim Van Boening

Supreme Vice Chancellor

Wayne Knutson

Supreme Prelate

Craig Shink

Supreme

Master at Arms

National Leadership

Donald Stamm

Bristol, WV

Supreme Chancellor

Tim Van Boening

Hastings, NE

Supreme Vice Chancellor

Wayne Knutson

Copperas, TX

Supreme Prelate

Craig Shink

Little Neck, NY

Supreme Master at Arms

Bill Peal

Pendleton, OR

Supreme Inner Guard

Richard Clark

Fayetteville, NC

Supreme Outer Guard

Dan Cowan

Los Angeles, CA

Supreme Secretary

Alan Ast

New City, NY

Supreme Treasurer

Mark Mead

Fredericksburg, VA

Immediate Past Supreme Chancellor

James Lynn

Decatur, TN

Chairman, Finance Committee

Arthur Westle

Urbana, Il

Chairman, Pythian Foundation

Steve Arch

Lakewood, PA

Chairman of Law