Georgia Historical Society

The Georgia Historical Society's Affiliate Chapter Program is a statewide network for local historical organizations located in the state of Georgia.  Members include historical and genealogical societies, commissions, museums, foundations, archives, preservation organizations, churches, and patriotic organizations. 

Benefits of Affiliate Chapter Membership:

• Consultation visits - The GHS staff can offer technical services and advice pertaining to archival- and museum-related issues.

• History Programs - Speakers are available to present programs year-round on a statewide basis.

• Workshops - Workshops on a variety of archival and museum related topics are held around the state as requested.

• Subscriptions - Each Affiliate receives the Georgia Historical Quarterly, Georgia History Today, Highlights for the Affiliate Chapters, and invitations to all GHS activities and events.

• Publicity - Affiliates are invited to publicize their activities in Highlights, and to submit their brochures for distribution in Hodgson Hall .

• Awards - The Lilla M. Hawes Award annually recognizes the best book published on county or local Georgia history.  Also, the Roger K. Warlick Awards recognize outstanding achievement in the field of public history by Affiliate Chapters of the Georgia Historical Society.

• Publication Discounts - Affiliates may purchase GHS publications for their library at a 10% discount, or for resale as a fund raiser at a 40% discount.

• Affiliate Certificate - Each Affiliate receives a certificate verifying its status with the Georgia Historical Society.

• Discounts - Discounts are provided exclusively to Georgia Historical Society (GHS) book and merchandise resellers, GHS members, and current Affiliate Chapters. Click here to see the full Discount Policy.

Affiliate membership is $50 annually. To join, please submit a check or credit card information with a completed application form to:

Georgia Historical Society

Affiliate Chapter Program

501 Whitaker Street
Savannah, GA 31401