Overview

Sons of the Revolution℠ in the State of New York, Inc. (SRNY) is made up of descendants of those who fought for American independence. Since 1883, members have perpetuated the memory of their ancestors’ service, the times in which they lived, and the principles they upheld. Each year we commemorate historically significant events, including the anniversaries of George Washington’s Birthday, the Battles of Lexington and Concord, and the Evacuation of New York City by the British Army. SRNY also places and maintains historical markers at significant sites from the Revolutionary Era throughout New York City, such as the statue of soldier, spy, and Patriot, Nathan Hale, located in City Hall Park. Our most notable philanthropic and educational contribution to New York’s landscape is the preservation of Fraunces Tavern at 54 Pearl Street, one of colonial New York’s most significant historic landmarks, and the operation of Fraunces Tavern® Museum.

Our Mission

The Society of the Sons of the Revolution in the State of New York has been instituted:

  • to perpetuate the memory of the men who, in military, naval or civil service, by their acts or counsel, achieved American Independence;

  • to promote and assist in the proper celebration of the anniversaries of Washington’s Birthday, the Battles of Lexington and Bunker Hill, the Fourth of July, the Capitulations of Saratoga and Yorktown, the Evacuation of New York by the British Army, and other prominent events relating to or connected with the War of the Revolution;

  • to collect and secure for preservation the manuscript rolls, records and other documents relating to that War;

  • to inspire among the members and their descendants the patriotic spirit of their forefathers;

  • to inculcate in the community in general, sentiments of Nationality and respect for the principles for which the patriots of the Revolution contended;

  • to assist in the commemorative celebration of other great historical events of National importance;

  • and to promote social intercourse and the feeling of fellowship among its members.

SRNY Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of the Board will be posted in the near future.

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