Brother Bernard Berkley: The Mason Who Brought Magic to Queens
In the 1950s, Brother Bernard Berkley of Geba Lodge helped turn Queens Boulevard into a little kingdom of joy. As co-owner of Fairyland Amusement Park, he welcomed local families—and even busloads of orphaned children—into a world of rides, laughter, and Masonic-inspired charity beneath what is now Queens Center Mall.
Dr. mortimer’s Mysteries: The Remarkable Life of W. Golden Mortimer
Step behind the velvet curtain and discover the remarkable life of Dr. William Golden Mortimer—magician, Freemason, and medical innovator. From stagecraft and secret societies to medical breakthroughs and the founding of the Society of American Magicians, Mortimer’s story is a dazzling blend of artistry, brotherhood, and lasting legacy. Explore how this master of mystery shaped not only the world of magic, but also the worlds of art, medicine, and philanthropy.