The ivy-covered walls of America's oldest universities hold more than lecture halls and libraries. They conceal secrets.

None of the 10 candidates running for Georgetown University Student Association executive office hold membership in a secret society, compared to four of eight candidates in last year’s election.

Chest lid with Masonic painting (c. 1825–45), maker unknown, paint on pine, 22.25 x 37.25 x 2 5/8 inches (photo by José Andrés Ramírez, courtesy of American Folk Art Museum) (click to enlarge) What is ...

Currier & Ives,, “Friendship, Love and Truth” (1874, New York), hand-colored lithograph (courtesy Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division, all images via University of Texas Press) Almost ...

Potter & Potter Auctions will hold a first-of-its-kind sale of rare objects from American secret societies, including Freemasons, Odd Fellows and Shriners. | ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational ...