Why do Masons wear aprons and other regalia?
To reflect their heritage, Masons wear aprons and other regalia while in lodge, at certain public events, and at funerals to demonstrate their pride in the Fraternity. Aprons represent our lineage from stonemasons, who historically carried their tools in leather aprons. Our regalia is historical and symbolic and, like a uniform, serves to indicate to our members affiliations to various aspects of our organization.