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5725 Liberty Crossing Dr.
Indianapolis, IN 46254
Phone: (317) 295-1313
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Royal Order of Jesters: Mirth is King
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The Royal Order of Jesters proudly believe and participate in Masonry.
Whereas most Masonic bodies are dedicated to charity, The Royal Order of Jesters is a fun "degree," with absolutely no serious intent. The motto, "Mirth is King,” is sufficient to give voice to the purpose of the organization. The Royal Order of Jesters feel that there are times, after our hard work and dedication to family and mankind, when everyone should remember to laugh and appreciate the good work one has done.
The original meeting resulting in the formation was held on February 20, 1911, by Shriners on a pilgrimage to Aloha Temple, Hawaii, in the Captain’s office of the “S.S. Wilhelmina.” Noble A.M. Ellison of San Francisco, California, was responsible and the original cast included a Director and thirteen members. It was organized June 25th, 1917, at an informal meeting. Jesters are made from members of the Shrine in good standing. Membership is by invitation only, not application.
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The Jesterman's Creed
Laugh and the glad world laughs with you,
Weep and the sad World will sigh!
Mirth is our Life's true Elixir;
It show you're a "Regular Guy!"
There's nothing so banishes worry,
nor puts such a big crimp in sin;
Nor smooths out the wrinkles of trouble,
Like a jolly old Jesterman's grin!
It rolls off the years from your shoulders,
You'll forget that you've grown to be men!
Your youth turns once again to embrace you,
For you've grown to be schoolboys again!
So, if you've got grouches, don't bring 'em,
It's your laugh and your joke that we need;
For Mirth is the Doctor of Trouble,
And Laughter the Jesterman's Creed.
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Royal Order of Jesters Museum
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The Royal Order of Jester's museum displays Shakespearean memorabilia and Jester paraphernalia to the general public with tours given to local schools and other interested parties by our members, without charge. In the ninety-three (93) years of our existence, we have amassed a great amount of various paraphernalia, previously scattered in various locations. With this facility, we are able to house the collection in one location.
The Royal Order of Jester's museum is 5,000 square feet. Founded in July 2003, the museum's purpose is to do research and education relating to the history of the Royal Order of Jesters and Jesterdom focusing on humor, laughter, and mirth, with particular emphasis on the works of William Shakespeare. This includes a museum to include artifacts, documents and related historical paraphernalia specifically related to the purpose.
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