In their application, dated to both February 5, 1736 and June 25, 1735, they claimed that they had a constitution formed, and it was believed that the petition was granted soon after.
[12] The lodge also manages and sponsors the annual Out of Hibernation 5K road race which takes place every April in Portsmouth, on a Saturday.
Proceeds from this road race are donated to various charities such as the Wounded Warrior Project and the Seacoast Family Food Pantry.
[13] St. John's Lodge celebrated its 275th anniversary of continuous operation in 2011 with a parade through Downtown Portsmouth.
[14] Many members of St. John's Lodge have held prestigious positions throughout history in the armed forces, government, and public service, including twelve mayors of Portsmouth, New Hampshire.