We are a fraternity. Our stonemason forebearers were all men, and our very existence as speculative Masons is built on ancient traditions. We cannot forecast what the future will bring, but for now, young ladies and the adult close relatives of Masons are encouraged to seek out the International Order of the Rainbow (Rainbow Girls) and the Order of the Eastern Star (OES). As for boys, there is DeMolay International. That all being said, we love our ladies and invite them to all our public gatherings, of which there are quite a few. The ladies of Masons are also encouraged to play an active part in the clubs of the Ancient Arabic Order of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine (Shriners). Wait, you didn’t know ALL Shriners are Freemasons?