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Founded
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October 23, 1897 at State Female Normal School (now Longwood University), Farmville, Virginia
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Membership
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More than 200,000 throughout the world; 137 active collegiate chapters and 504 chartered alumnae chapters nationwide |
National Headquarters
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3205 Players Lane, Memphis, Tennessee 38125
(901) 748-1897; (800) 536-1897 |
Symbols & Mascots
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nautilus shell, dagger, teddy bear and katydid
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Colors
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olive green and pearl white
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Jewels
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diamond, emerald, pearl
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Flowers
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white rose
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National Philanthropies
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Girl Scouts of the USA
Prevent Child Abuse America
Children's Hospital, Richmond, Virginia
Orthopaedic Research Awards
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