While Joseph Smith was made a "Mason on Sight" in 1940 (here), an honor which allowed him entrance without going through the rituals, however he was also given an official entrance ceremony in 1942
Tuesday, [March] 15. — I officiated as grand chaplain at the installation of the Nauvoo Lodge of Free Masons, at the Grove near the Temple. Grand Master Jonas, of Columbus, being present, a large number of people assembled on the occasion. The day was exceedingly fine; all things were done in order, and universal satisfaction was manifested. In the evening I received the first degree in Freemasonry in the Nauvoo Lodge, assembled in my general business office.
— Joseph Smith, History of the Church, Vol.4, Ch.32, p.550–1.
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