Men and women, age 18 and older, who can prove lineal descent from an ancestor who was resident on land presently a part of the State of Rhode Island and the Providence Plantations prior to January 1, 1647/8, may be eligible for membership.  The fact that the land on which they lived was formerly claimed by another jurisdiction is immaterial.

The cost is $230 (initiation fee of $30; lifetime membership fee of $200).

If you have any questions, please write the Registrar General:  Sumner Hunnewell.

A list of our qualifying ancestors may be accessed by clicking on the appropriate button.