National Society of New England Women

Founded by Mrs. William Gerry (Emma) Slade, and fourteen other charter members in New York City on January 24, 1895 "to offer advice and assistance to women of New England birth or ancestry residing in portions of the United States other than New England." In 1913 the society was reorganized and members in New York City became the New York City Colony and the other branches which had formed across the country. In 1929 the mission of the society was revised to read: "to bring together, in social relations, women of New England ancestry, to engage in patriotic, civic and philanthropic work, thus to perpetuate the lofty ideals and examples of their forefathers." Membership is open to women over eighteen years of age having ancestors born in New England before the ratification of the Constitution in 1789. They meet regularly and may hear lectures about historical, genealogical, or other topics of interest, promote historical interest in their region, or support charitable work.

From the description of Papers, 1895-2002 (ongoing). (Smith College). WorldCat record id: 51656845

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