OBJECTIVE The Descendants' Branch was formed to honor the name of Patrick Henry and to serve as a support group for the Patrick Henry National Memorial, known as Red Hill.

PROGRAMS Regular programs include: (1) service to the public as a genealogical clearinghouse for Patrick Henry family data, (2) location and acquisition for the Patrick Henry furnishings, heirlooms, memorabilia, or accoutrements, (3) financing and undertaking special projects for the benefit of Red Hill, and (4) organizing an annual reunion.

ORGANIZATION Authority is vested in a quorum of active members and in a council composed of a Secretary-Treasurer and two at-large representatives. The Patrick Henry Memorial Foundation's Executive Vice-President currently serves as acting Administrator and manages the affairs of the Descendants' Branch. Officers serve a two-year term.

SCOPE The Descendants' Branch is composed of individuals from all walks of life and all areas of the country, including residents of thirty-two states from Massachusetts to Florida, to California.

MEMBERSHIP Membership is open to all direct descendants of Patrick Henry who subscribe to the purposes of the organization. Annual Dues are $25.00 per individual and $35.00 per family. Individual dues for persons under 25 years of age not under a family plan are $15.00. Dues are used to support programs. A Screening Committee reviews all applications to determine eligibility.

BENEFITS Benefits include a quarterly newsletter, special mailings and news related to Patrick Henry Memorial Foundation activities, discounts on museum gift shop items, and an opportunity to become directly involved in a community dedicated to the preservation of Patrick Henry's memory.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Write or call Dr. Jon Kukla, Executive Vice-President and CEO at The Patrick Henry Memorial Foundation.

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