Of the 102 souls aboard
Passengers with proven lines.
Your line must trace to one of 47 documented Pilgrims (or, in a few cases, recognized crew). Junior membership (under 18) and Friends of the Society (no descent required) are also available.
Your path
From eligibility to election.
Eligibility
Who may apply, the 47 passengers with proven lines, and the other categories of membership.
The application
A five-stage process — preliminary review, state approval, full application, GSMD review, and election.
Documentation
Primary records, two photocopies of each, no originals — the General Society’s rules for proof of descent.
Schedule
Fees & dues
$75 annual dues ($65 early), $50 junior and friends, $200 standard application filing fee.
Repositories
Research links
The repositories and tools the Maryland Historian finds most useful when starting an application.