Event venue · Hillsboro, OR
Tuality Masonic Center
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176 NE 2nd Ave, Hillsboro, OR 97124, USAKnown for
Masonic Membership
Tuality Lodge #6 accepts new members seeking personal improvement in moral, educational, and spiritual areas. Members gather monthly and participate in the lodge's ongoing charitable and community activities.
Ballroom Rental (without alcohol)
A 2,545-square-foot Art Deco-inspired ballroom with hardwood floors, dimmable LED lighting, and seating for up to 120 guests. Rental includes tables, chairs, restrooms, lobby, and on-site staff.
$100 per hour
Offerings
From ballroom and kitchen rentals to AV equipment and Masonic membership, Tuality Masonic Center supports events of many kinds.
Membership
Masonic Membership
Tuality Lodge #6 accepts new members seeking personal improvement in moral, educational, and spiritual areas. Members gather monthly and participate in the lodge's ongoing charitable and community activities.
Venue Rental
Ballroom Rental (without alcohol)
A 2,545-square-foot Art Deco-inspired ballroom with hardwood floors, dimmable LED lighting, and seating for up to 120 guests. Rental includes tables, chairs, restrooms, lobby, and on-site staff.
$100 per hour
Ballroom Rental (with alcohol)
Same 2,545-square-foot ballroom available for events serving alcohol, subject to licensed server requirements, additional insurance, and a $750 refundable deposit.
$200 per hour
Kitchen Rental
A commercial kitchen add-on to ballroom rentals featuring commercial stoves, refrigerators, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, and cookware.
$50 per hour
Venue
Lodge Rentals
The lodge offers its facility for rent to outside groups and individuals. This provides a venue option for meetings, gatherings, and community events in the Hillsboro area.
Equipment & Services
Digital Projector
A digital projector available for day rental to support presentations or screenings at your event.
$100 per day
Portable Projection Screen
An 8-foot portable projection screen available as a daily rental add-on for events using the digital projector.
$25 per day
Equipment Rental
Standard PA System
A sound system package including 2 speakers, a small mixer and amp, and one wired microphone with stand, available as an add-on for events.
$150 per day
Deluxe PA System
An upgraded sound package with 4 speakers, mixer, amp, and one wired microphone with stand for larger events requiring greater audio coverage.
$200 per day
LED Mood and Stage Lighting
Up to 6 LED mood and stage lights with setup and solid color mode included, with fully programmed lighting available on request.
$100 per day
Event Services
A/V Technician
On-site audio-visual technician available to support events requiring technical assistance with sound or projection equipment.
$40 per hour
Services
Event Coordination
Event coordination services available by quote to help connect renters with caterers, live bands, officiants, and other service providers.
Why choose us
Chartered by the Grand Lodge in 1853, Tuality Masonic Center combines a historic Art Deco building with full in-house event support.
Chartered by Grand Lodge in 1853
Tuality Lodge #6 received its charter directly from the Grand Lodge of the Territory of Oregon on June 15, 1853, making it one of the few lodges never formed by dispensation. The original charter is still in the lodge's possession.
Fraternal Lodge With Community Charity Focus
The lodge combines personal development in moral, educational, and spiritual areas with active charitable work serving the broader Hillsboro community.
Art Deco Ballroom in Downtown Hillsboro
The 2,545-square-foot ballroom features hardwood floors, dimmable LED lighting, and Art Deco-inspired architecture and entryway, located across from the Washington County Courthouse in the heart of downtown Hillsboro.
Art Deco Building Built in 1922
The current lodge hall was erected in 1922 and first occupied in April 1923, giving the rental venue an Art Deco-inspired architecture and entryway described on the site as lending an air of elegance or 'Retro Chic.'
Venue Rental and Family Events
Beyond membership activities, the lodge offers its facility for rentals and hosts family events, making it a community gathering space open to more than just members.
On-Site Staff at Every Event
A Tuality Lodge representative is present at all rental events to answer questions and handle technical issues, and security and maintenance staff are included with every rental.
Downtown Hillsboro Location
Located at 176 NE 2nd Ave, directly across from the Washington County Courthouse and within walking distance of restaurants, shops, and public transportation.
Commercial Kitchen Available for Renters
Renters can add a full commercial kitchen to any event, including stoves, dishwasher, refrigerators, and coffee maker, for $50 per hour.
Accessible Entry with Oversize Door and Ramp
The venue includes an oversize door with a ramp for easy loading and accessible entry, noted in the rental amenities section of the site.
Full Commercial Kitchen On-Site
Renters have access to a commercial kitchen with ranges, refrigerators, dishwasher, and coffee maker, making the lodge suitable for catered dinners and events requiring food service.
Monthly meetings open to families and guests
Tuality Lodge #6 meets the first Saturday of every month, with breakfast served at 9:00 a.m. and the meeting starting at 10:00 a.m. Family, friends, and prospective members are explicitly welcome at breakfast.
Full In-House AV and Event Support
The lodge offers on-site A/V equipment including PA systems, projector, LED stage lighting, and a technician for hire, plus on-site staff present at all events to handle technical needs.
Full in-house AV and lighting equipment
The lodge offers standard and deluxe PA systems, digital projector, projection screen, LED stage lighting, and an A/V technician, all available to rent directly from the lodge.
Hardwood floors, 2547 sq ft ballroom
The ballroom measures 39.5 by 64.5 feet with hardwood floors, dimmable LED lighting, and capacity for 120 seated or 350 total, with both round and rectangular tables available.
Full Production Capability On-Site
The venue offers in-house PA systems, LED stage lighting, digital projection, and A/V technician services, with the ability to produce events of nearly any size and complexity according to the rental page.
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Frequently asked questions
Here are answers to common questions about renting the venue or joining Tuality Lodge.
What is the minimum rental time and what does it cost?
All rentals have a 3-hour minimum. The rate is $100 per hour without alcohol or $200 per hour with alcohol. Kitchen use is an additional $50 per hour.
How much is the security deposit and is it refundable?
The deposit is $400 for events without alcohol and $750 for events with alcohol. Deposits are fully refundable if the space is left in good condition. Refunds are mailed within 72 hours of the end of your event.
How many people can the ballroom hold?
The ballroom is 2,545 square feet and measures 39.5 by 64.5 feet. It can hold approximately 120 people seated or up to 350 total.
Can I serve alcohol at my event?
Yes, but there are specific requirements. Only a state-licensed server who is not a member of your group may serve alcohol. You must also obtain a liability insurance policy naming Tuality Masonic Lodge #6 as insured and the Masonic Grand Lodge of Oregon as additional insured, covering up to one million dollars per incident. Both the server's license and the insurance policy must be submitted at least 30 days before your event.
What is included in the ballroom rental?
Your rental includes use of the ballroom space, round and rectangular tables with or without covers, chairs to seat up to 120 people, two restrooms, the lobby and entry area, and an on-site security and maintenance staff member. Hardwood floors and dimmable LED lighting are also part of the space.
When does the lodge meet and can I attend before becoming a member?
Tuality Lodge #6 meets on the 1st Saturday of every month. Meetings start at 10:00 a.m. with breakfast served at 9:00 a.m. Family, friends, and prospective members are welcome at breakfast.
How do I join Tuality Lodge and what does it cost?
You submit a Petition (application) to the lodge, Masons cannot invite you, so you must ask. Once submitted, an investigating committee of three Master Masons will visit you for an interview. A unanimous vote of the lodge is required for acceptance. Annual dues are $100 and the initiation fee is $180, which includes the current year's dues.
What are the requirements to become a Mason in Oregon?
You must be a man, at least 18 years old, and have lived in Oregon for at least 6 months before applying. You must be of good moral character, able to communicate effectively in English, and believe in a single Supreme Being and the immortality of the soul. You must not be seeking membership for business, political, or financial gain.
Does setup and cleanup time count against my rental hours?
Yes. Your rental contract includes all time you are using the facility, including setup and cleanup. You should factor those tasks into your total rental time when booking.
Does the venue have air conditioning?
No. The building is over 100 years old and was not designed to have air conditioning. Windows are the current solution, and renters are welcome to bring fans and open windows during their event.
Can you host ceremonies at Tuality Masonic Lodge?
Yes, Tuality Masonic Lodge does host ceremonies.
Can you host wedding ceremonies at Tuality Masonic Lodge?
Yes, Tuality Masonic Lodge can host wedding ceremonies. If you need an officiant or celebrant, you will need to bring your own, as the lodge does not provide those services.
Is Tuality Masonic Center a civic organization?
Tuality Masonic Center is a fraternal organization of free masons.