Who are the Shriners?

Shriners, or Shrine Masons, belong to Shriners International. The Shrine is an international Fraternity of approximately 300,000 members who belong to Shrine Centers throughout the world. Founded in New York City in 1872, the organization is composed solely of Master Masons.

The Shrine is best known for its colorful parades, its distinctive red fez, and its official philanthropy, the Shriners Hospitals for Children, which is often called “the heart and soul of the Shrine.”