Bringing Shriners Together Through Fellowship, Fun and Tradition
The Midwest Shrine Association (MSA) brings together Shrine Centers from across the American Midwest and Canada for fellowship, friendship and shared experiences. Through annual gatherings, parades, unit competitions and the exchange of ideas, MSA gives Shriners and their families opportunities to connect beyond their home Shrine Centers and strengthen the bonds of our fraternity.
What Is the Midwest Shrine Association?
The Midwest Shrine Association gives Shrine Centers an opportunity to come together, exchange ideas, build friendships and celebrate the traditions that make being a Shriner special.
Unit competitions are a longstanding part of MSA gatherings, bringing Shriners together in friendly competition while showcasing the talent, creativity and camaraderie of Shrine units from across the region.
What Shrine Centers Belong to the Midwest Shrine Association?
The Midwest Shrine Association brings together 15 Shrine Centers from the United States and Canada:
Aad Shriners — Duluth, MN
Abu Bekr Shriners — Sioux City, IA
Ahmed Shriners — Marquette, MI
Beja Shriners — Green Bay, WI
El Riad Shriners — Sioux Falls, SD
El Zagal Shriners — Fargo, ND
Kem Shriners — Grand Forks, ND
Khartum Shriners — Winnipeg, MB
Naja Shriners — Deadwood, SD
Osman Shriners — St. Paul, MN
Tripoli Shriners — Milwaukee, WI
Wa Wa Shriners — Regina, SK
Yelduz Shriners — Aberdeen, SD
Zor Shriners — Madison, WI
Zuhrah Shriners — Minnetonka, MN
When Does the Midwest Shrine Association Meet?
The Midwest Shrine Association holds two major gatherings each year:
Winter Session — A business and leadership gathering where Shrine leaders from across the association meet, exchange ideas and conduct the business of MSA.
Summer Session — A multi-day gathering of Shriners and their families featuring fellowship, social activities, unit competitions and the traditional MSA parade. The Summer Session rotates among host Shrine Centers throughout the association.