Information for Perspective Members

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Eligibility:

An applicant for membership must be at least 18 years of age.  She must prove that she is a blood descendant from an ancestor who provided service in the cause of American Independence.  Acceptable service, in accordance with the NSDAR by-laws, generally includes service during the period from April 15, 1775 (Battle of Lexington and Concord) through November 26, 1783 (British troops withdrawal from New York):

 

    Signers of the Declaration of Independence

    Military service (Continental Army, local militia, etc.)

   Civil service (state, county, or town officials)

    Patriotic service (members of patriotic assemblies, Sons of Liberty, etc.)

 

Canidates for Membership

An applicant for membership shall be endorsed by two members to whom she is personally known.  The name of the applicant and the two endorsers shall be proposed in writing at an Executive Board Meeting, and the Chapter will vote on the applicant's acceptability.  If approved, the Chapter Registrar will inform the applicant and send her the necessary application papers.

 

All prospective members are invited to attend any of our meetings.

For information on membership please contact Beth Calhoun