About Us

Rooted in Unity. Built on Legacy. Growing Through Service.

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Since our incorporation in April 1980, United National has stood as a beacon of leadership, loyalty, and legacy. With pride and purpose, we began our journey with eleven Lodges and eight Chapters, laying the foundation of what is now known as the United National Supreme Council, Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite, Freemasons of the World, 33rd and Last Degree and Order of Eastern Star, Inc.

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Our Founding Lodges:

• Eureka #006 – Wilmington, NC

• Sons of Joseph #007 – Charlotte, NC

• King Solomon #008 – Fayetteville, NC

• Royal Prince #008 – Durham, NC

• Dukes of Eden #009 - Whiteville, NC

• St. John #010 – Charlotte, NC

• St. James #033 – Charlotte, NC

• King Solomon #101 – Moncks Corner, SC

• King James #110 – Castle Hayne, NC

• Solomon #357 – Charlotte, NC

• King Hiram #317 - Riegelwood, NC

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Our Founding Chapters:

• Aruba #001 – Wilmington, NC

• Venus #002 – Riegelwood, NC

• Rose #003 – Durham, NC

• Dixon #004 – Charlotte, NC

• Julia #005 – Fayetteville, NC

• Faith #006 – Raleigh, NC

• Naomi #007 – Charlotte, NC

• Alpha Centauri #009 – Charlotte, NC

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On April 8, 1980, we received our Charter from the North Carolina Secretary of State, Thad Eure. This moment marked the official beginning of a powerful organization led by visionary trailblazers such as:

Ill. Windell Daniels, 33° (deceased),
Unique Lady Gwendolyn Moore (deceased),
Ill. James E. Smith, 33°,
Ill. Johnnie McCoy, 33°, (deceased),
Carolyn Logan, Diane DeBose, Ill. James Hickman, 33°, (deceased), and many more.

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Our organizational meeting was held on May 31, 1980, at the Greentree Inn in Wilmington, NC. Inspirational leadership from Rev. Roosevelt Peppers (Riegelwood, NC) and Dr. Robert B. Clark (Fayetteville, NC) helped shape our mission to conquer challenges and rise in unity.

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Leadership Legacy

​Grand Masters of North Carolina:

• Ill. Willie Nixon, 33° (first appointed – deceased)

• Ill. James E. Smith, 33° (first elected)

• Isaac McFadgen (deceased)

• Ill. James Jefferson, 33°

• Ill. Clayton Watson, 33°

• Ill. Edward White, 33°

• Ill. Mitchell Parker, 32°

• Current: Ill. Henry Boulware, 32°

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Grand Matrons of North Carolina:

• Sis. Patricia Walters (first appointed & elected)

• Sis. Anne Coffey

• Sis. Gilda Williams

• Sis. Rose Reid

• Unique Lady Crystal Gregory

• Current: Sis. Amanda Thompson

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Crowns of Commitment: United National Royalty

Each year, we crown individuals who serve as ambassadors and help raise funds for our Scholarship Fund.

 

2024 Royalty:

• Miss United National – Sis. Shahar Smoot

• King of United National – Ill. Charles Carter, 32°

• Mother of United National – Sis. Patresa Fletcher

• Father of United National – Ill. Argo Smith, 32°

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Past Miss United National Titleholders:

• Unique Lady Dorothy Graham (first and multiple-time titleholder)

• Sis. Jennie Haywood (multiple times)

• Sis. Jackie Grier (deceased)

• Sis. Ellen Knox (deceased)

• Unique Lady Waynetta Jefferson

• Unique Lady Lillie Martin (deceased)

• Sis. Beatrice Little (deceased)

• Sis. Iris Bernard

• Sis. Esta Kennedy

• Sis. Peggy Harris (deceased)

• Sis. Artesia Isom

• Sis. Shawna Baines

• Sis. Van Davenport

• Unique Lady Sandra Thompson

• Sis. Patricia Simpson (deceased)

• Sis. Priscilla Clark

• Sis. Amanda Thompson

• Unique Lady Crystal Gregory

• Unique Lady Brandy Whitfield

• Sister Lisa Harrell

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Past Kings of United National:

• Ill. Clark Perry, 33° (deceased)

• Ill. Havies Wilkes, 33° (deceased)

• Ill. Willie L. Johnson, 33° (deceased)

• Ill. Willie R. Mack, 33° (deceased)

• Ill. Johnnie Evans, Sr., 32° (deceased)

• Ill. Jerome Brown, 32°

• Ill. Leroy Martin, 32° (deceased)

• Ill. James Cox, 33° (deceased)

• Ill. John Hollins, 33° (deceased)

• Ill. Charles Simmons, 33° (deceased)

• Ill. Hubert Jones, 32°

• Ill. Lemuel Thornton, 33°

• Ill. Damon Duncan, 32°

• Ill. Gabriel Falu, 33°

• Ill. John Anderson, 32°

• Ill. John Crittenden, 32°

• Ill. Roosevelt Barfield, 32°

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Past Mothers of United National:

• Sis. Diane Green

• Unique Lady Annette Williams (deceased)

• Sis. Hazel Manuel

• Sis. Gladys Ford

• Sis. Mary Reid

• Sis. McIllwain

• Unique Lady Bettye Harris (deceased)

• Unique Lady Mertice Reid (multiple times) (deceased)

• Unique Lady Elaine Carter(deceased)

• Unique Lady Sandra Thompson

• Unique Lady Julia McCauley (deceased)

• Unique Lady Charley Norwood

• Sis. Trousa Slaton Robinson

• Sis. Joy Nelson

• Unique Lady Darling Burrus

• Unique Lady Deseree Dorsey

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Past Fathers of United National:

• Ill. Edward Garriett, 33° (deceased)

• Ill. Lester Jones, 33° (deceased)

• Ill. Havies Wilkes, Sr., 33° (deceased)

• Ill. Lemuel Thornton, 32°

• Ill. Neland Lewis, 32°

• Ill. Slyvester Bishop, 32°

• Bro. Albert Hutchinson, 32°

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Our Reach

Our service and business travels have taken us across North America and beyond:

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Notable Destinations:
Toronto, Chicago, Miami, Orlando, Atlanta, Charlotte, New Orleans, Jacksonville, Augusta, Daytona Beach, Metairie, Las Vegas, Robinsonville, Rochester, Falls Church, Vienna, Tampa, Norfolk, Reston, Tysons Corner, Cherry Hill, Freeport (Bahamas), Nassau, and a five-day cruise to Key West.

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Upcoming:
Our 44th General Congress will be held at Harrah’s Las Vegas.

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Milestones and Growth

In 2009, we made history by crowning our Most Puissant Sovereign Grand Commander at the Westin Tampa Hotel, under Ill. James E. Smith, 33°.

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​Our National Headquarters, located at 810 Wooster Street, Wilmington, NC, was purchased on October 21, 2009. We’ve also invested in infrastructure, including a box truck to transport materials for conventions.

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In 2020, Unique Lady Robbie Horton-Garriett retired after twelve years of service as Most Ancient Grand Worthy Matron, passing the mantle to Unique Lady Crystal Torrence-Gregory during our 2022 General Congress.

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A Living Legacy

We are proud to support:

• Youth empowerment through our Field of Moral Department

• Scholarships for rising college freshmen

• Charitable giving to the UNCF, American Cancer Society, Diabetes Foundation, and Sickle Cell Foundation

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As we reflect on our past and embrace our future, we continue to cultivate and nourish the seeds planted by our founders. Our organization is more than a fraternity and sorority—it’s a family rooted in purpose, honor, and boundless commitment to community.