Orange Order

Earlier this week, Grand Master, Most Wor. Bro. Harold Henning, was honoured to be among the distinguished guests invited to meet His Majesty The King at Hillsborough Castle.

Queen Elizabeth II was born on this day 100 years ago. The Orange Institution remembers her unstinting faith, selfless service and devotion to her subjects. Her strong and dignified leadership was an inspiration to us all.

🟠 ORANGE INVITATION DAY – TODAY 🟠 Today is the day — let’s make it count. Across the country, members are stepping forward to grow the Orange family. 👉 Invite a friend 👉 Bring along a family member 👉 Speak to a colleague

🟠 Orange Invitation Day – Let’s Grow Together Our Orange family is growing — and we want to keep that momentum going. Every day is an opportunity to bring new members into the Institution, but on Sunday 19th April, we’re asking everyone to make a special effort.

Christ is Risen! Grand Chaplain, Wor. Bro. Rev. Dr. Ron Johnstone shares the Good News of Christ’s Resurrection. Wishing you all a peaceful and blessed Easter Sunday.

Only 3 days to go until our Kids' Craft Day! ⏱️🎉 Got your Easter holiday plans sorted? If not bring the little ones down to the Museum of Orange Heritage for a morning of crafting and creativity. We've got all the supplies ready for them to make some Easter masterpieces! ✂️🖍️

Today we pause in reflection to remember the ultimate sacrifice made for us at Calvary. ✝️ As members of the Orange Institution we remember Jesus’s suffering and death but we also look forward with absolute certainty to the joy of his Resurrection. The story doesn't end here. 🙏

Only 5 days to go! ⏱️ The countdown is on for our Kids' Craft Day. 🎨 If you're looking for ways to keep the little ones entertained over the Easter holidays, come and join us at the Museum of Orange Heritage.🖍️✨ 📅Easter Tuesday ⏰10am-2pm 📍Museum of Orange Heritage, Belfast

The April edition of The Orange Standard is out now! 📰 Have you subscribed yet? Read all about the Orange Community Awards in the latest edition. Sign up today to get the latest digital edition delivered straight to your inbox! 📨 🗞️Find out more: goli.org.uk/orangestandard

Planning a visit this Easter weekend? 🐣 Check out our Easter holiday opening hours! Please note we will be closed on Easter Monday but we reopen on Easter Tuesday for our Easter Kids' Craft Day! Join us from 10am to 2pm for plenty of creative fun. 🎨✂️

⚔️ 170th Crimean War Anniversary ⚔️ This month we are displaying a document relating to the participation of Orangemen in the Crimean War (1853-1856). 🔎Visit our Facebook page to learn more about the Memorial of Sebastopol and Bro Denis Ashworth: facebook.com/goli.org.uk

🟠 Carson was born in Dublin on 9 February 1854 and joined LOL 1856 in the city in 1872 🟠 He went on to hold numerous high-profile posts. However, he is perhaps best remembered as leader of the Ulster Unionist Council and for spearheading resistance to the Third Home Rule Bill.

📰 The February 2026 edition of the Orange Standard is out now! 📬 Sign up for your FREE copy here: 👉 goli.org.uk/orangestandard Please share with your contacts and encourage them to subscribe!

During 2025, Past Grand Master, Edward Stevenson’s nominated charity was Huntington's Disease Association Northern Ireland. Recently, representatives from the charity attended Schomberg House to receive a donation of £16,000 on behalf of the Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland.

The Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland’s Orange Community Awards will return to Lisburn’s Lagan Valley Island Arts Centre on Saturday, 14th March 2026. Details of the award categories and nomination forms are available here goli.org.uk/orangecommunit… Tickets are available now!

⭐What a fantastic review! ⭐ We love to hear how much visitors enjoy learning about our history, heritage, and culture at the Museum of Orange Heritage. If you haven’t visited yet — or it’s been a while — why not plan a trip soon. Find out more: orangeheritage.co.uk/about-us

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Grand Master’s Charity 2026 The Grand Master, Most Wor. Bro. Harold Henning has chosen Dementia NI as his nominated charity for the year ahead. “I want to highlight and support the important work of Dementia NI.”

As we step into 2026, we do so with faith, hope and gratitude. This thoughtful reflection reminds us that even in uncertain times, placing our trust in God will guide us forward. Wishing all our members, friends and supporters a peaceful, meaningful and blessed New Year.

🎄 Happy Christmas from all of us at GOLI 🎄 Wishing all our members, supporters, and friends a joyful and peaceful Christmas. Thank you for your continued support throughout the year — we look forward to 2026 with hope and purpose. ✨ Stay safe and enjoy the season