About the lodge
Rooted in a tradition since 1840
Edelweiss Lodge No. 31 is a Guilford lodge of the Order of Hermann Sons of the State of Connecticut, named for Hermann the Cherusker, whose monument stands in Germany's Teutoburg Forest.
The Order of Hermann Sons
Founded to look after one another
The Order of the Sons of Hermann was formed in New York City on July 20, 1840, during a wave of German immigration. German Americans came together for mutual protection and support at a time when they often faced prejudice. The order takes its name from Hermann the Cherusker (Arminius), the Germanic chieftain who freed his people from Roman rule.
Hermann Sons lodges spread across the country, and Grand Lodges were established in Connecticut by the late 1800s. The Order remains active in Connecticut today.
Edelweiss Lodge No. 31
Our lodge today
We promote fraternalism among our members and provide sickness and mortuary benefits, continuing the Order's founding purpose. We're based in Guilford and meet at the Guilford VFW.
Friendship first
Men from different backgrounds and walks of life, brought together by shared values and a good time.
Taking care of our own
Sickness and mortuary benefits for members, the same promise the Order made in 1840.
Giving back
Events like our Oktoberfest raise money for local causes, starting this year with the Guilford VFW.