Do family stories say that you qualify for Daughters of the American Revolution, the General Society of Mayflower Descendants, the Colonial Dames or another lineage society? While they won’t identify every qualifying line – and may identify a few that no longer meet the society’s requirements – a few societies have systems set up toContinueContinue reading “How do I find out if I qualify for a lineage society?”
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What are the best known lineage societies?
The Nathan Hale Schoolhouse in East Haddam, CT is owned by the Connecticut Society Sons of the American Revolution. While there are numerous lineage societies, there are few larger and more active societies. Learn a little more about these societies, their qualification requirements, and their mission. Daughters of the American Revolution: A woman’s society, DARContinueContinue reading “What are the best known lineage societies?”
Why do I want to join a lineage society?
Your family’s told you over and over that you qualify for the Daughters of the American Revolution or the Mayflower Society (or another lineage society)… but you’re not entirely sure it’s worth it. Here are a few of the reasons it might be: You love history: While your love of history might make friends orContinueContinue reading “Why do I want to join a lineage society?”
What is a lineage society?
Also called a hereditary society, a lineage society is an organization that defines its membership by their relationship to an ancestor meeting a certain set of qualifications. Most lineage societies are service organizations and believe that in uniting to honor their ancestors, they can make a difference today. Some are focused specifically on historic preservationContinueContinue reading “What is a lineage society?”
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