Three Links Archaeology

04/25/2026

The Three Links Archaeology office and storage area has relocated onto the Arcadian Redoubte property in Marlow, NH. The new location shares space with the Ancient Order of Druids in America (AODA). I became a member of the AODA after reading John Michael Greer’s Inside a Magical Lodge. A brief bio of JMG. He served twelve years as Grand Archdruid of the Ancient Order of Druids in America. He is a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF), and an initiate in all IOOF branches -the Rebekah Lodge, Encampment, and Patriarchs Militant. Also, Grand United Order of Odd Fellows (GUOOF), and AMOS (Ancient Mystic Order of Samaritans). He is a 32nd-degree Freemason. He has written more than 70 books in categories of fiction and non – fiction. The logo on the left inside of the Three Links logo on the front of the building is the AODA’s Awen logo. The center Aum logo and the Torii Gate logo on the right are logos used on the AR property. The attached photos will show you the serious upgrade the new location offers by allowing the display of items that previously were in storage. A BIG plus is that I no longer have a 40-minute drive going to the office. Barkley and I now just walk across the driveway! Life is Good. Thank you for your ongoing support in FLT. - Ken

03/22/2026

12/23/2025

Friendship. Love. and TRUTH!

10/27/2025

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10/27/2025

This very large chart titled “I.O. of O.F. Degree Chart,” measures 6 ft × 4.5 ft! It is a hand-colored lithograph on varnished linen; mounted with original dowels. Currently displayed at Three Links Archaeology now located at Arcadian Redoubte, NH.
The inscription at the top reads: “Entered according to act of Congress in the year 1869 by C.S.I. Carpenter in the Clerk’s Office of the District Court of the United States for the District of Maryland.”
Later simplified derivative of this chart were produced. Those later editions measure a manageable 34″ × 48”. Achieving the smaller size by omitting the Gothic architectural borders, and reducing the vignettes to emblematic form. This Carpenter chart (1869) represents the original large-scale instructional version from which the Sherer–Pettibone issue was adapted.
No census exists of this large 6 ft × 4.5 ft Carpenter edition. Surviving examples are exceptionally rare—likely fewer than 10–20 extant is estimated, with fewer than 10 in stable display condition.
As I’ve asked in my other posts I’d like to hear if other lodges have this, or are aware of lodges, or private parties that may have?
Clear light upon the oar brothers and sisters.
In FLT
Ken PGM176

10/18/2025

The attached chromolithograph “A Promised Relief”, I’ve rarely seen in IOOF Lodges.
It was issued circa 1875 by M. C. Lilley & Co. Here in my NH jurisdiction, I’ve seen only two of them.
As I have done in prior posts – when I think I’ve come across something seldom seen, “rare”, I’m asking if readers of this post may have or have seen a copy.
However, the illustration first appeared on pages 162–163 of the book “The Odd-Fellows’ Offering (1848)” with the attached engraving and the poem of the same title by Paschal Donaldson. Volumes of the Offering were published from 1845 to 1852. Many lodges may still have worn copies of the Offerin. It was edited by Paschal Donaldson and occasionally co-edited or prefaced by James L. Ridgely, our revered Grand Corresponding Secretary of the Sovereign Grand Lodge. The Promised Relief poem and illustration only appears in the 1848 volume. If you have a copy, or any copy of The Offering, regardless of condition – treat it like a rare treasure and very carefully – don’t bend it open too far and check it out.
And please let me know if you have a copy of the chromolithograph – or a copy and year of the Offering.
In Friendship, Love and Truth +
“May there always be clear light upon the oar — for those who cross, and for those who remain to contemplate the passage.” - Aletheia

08/07/2025

The Golden Rule Rebekah Lodge # 30, Marlow, NH was instituted on October 1,1886
They surrendered their Charter in 1967.
Pictured is the Golden Rule’s Seal press stamp. The stamp imprints a design seal to authenticate documents or signify membership. This is the coolest seal I have ever seen.
Can anyone post a cooler one?

07/12/2025

Lights, camera, preservation!

Did you know we’re digitizing lodge minute books from the 1800s and 1900s? We are ensuring access for future generations. Want to help us? Want to preserve your lodge’s legacy? Message or e-mail us.

📸: Page from an Odd Fellows membership ledger, c. 1868.

05/19/2025

Did you know that Wyatt Earp was a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows? Brother Earp was born March 19, 1848 in Monmouth, Illinois! To commemorate this, the IOOF Grand Lodge of Illinois will have T-Shirts available soon! In a rich royal blue, this shirt is sure to turn heads and have your community members asking “Who are the Odd Fellows?” Will be available in Medium all the way to 4X Tall! To Pre- Order, call Janis at the Grand Lodge office 217-735-2561 during normal business hours. This is the 2nd version of our limited edition collector shirt line!