Robert R Livingston Library’s Knights Templar Triennial Conclave Souvenir Ribbon Collection

The Knights Templar’s special communication held every three years is called the Triennial Conclave. The Knights Templar commanderies across the country often commission regalia manufacturers to produce souvenirs to commemorate such special occasions, commonly badges, medals, pins or ribbons.

 

Ribbons were one of the popular souvenirs, made with silk with a unique decorative print, and often with metal pin and fringes attached.

 

Commemorative ribbons of the 22nd Triennial Conclave at San Francisco, California in 1883.

 

 

 

Commemorative ribbons of the 24th Triennial Conclave at Washington D. C. in 1889.

 

 

Commemorative ribbons of the 25th Triennial Conclave at Denver, Colorado in 1892.

 

 

More Knights Templar artifact, the Triennial Conclave Commemorative Ribbon Collection and many fascinating Knights Templar items are now available on view in our online museum.