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Last Updated: June 29, 2024
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Who are THE QUESTERS?
THE QUESTERS organization keeps history alive through preservation, restoration, and education.
THE QUESTERS is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that promotes preservation and restoration of artifacts, memorials, historical buildings, and landmarks, as well as education about these places and things.
The organizational structure is made up of local chapters, state/provincial chapters and the overarching international organization.
Preservation and Restoration grants are given at the International and State/Provincial levels. Historical Education grants are given at the International level. In addition, a two-year Scholarship is given to a student at Columbia University’s Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation (GSAPP), and a three-year Fellowship is awarded to a student enrolled at the Winterthur/University of Delaware Program in Art Conservation (WUDPAC).
THE QUESTERS organization keeps history alive through preservation, restoration, and education.
THE QUESTERS is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that promotes preservation and restoration of artifacts, memorials, historical buildings, and landmarks, as well as education about these places and things.
The organizational structure is made up of local chapters, state/provincial chapters and the overarching international organization.
Preservation and Restoration grants are given at the International and State/Provincial levels. Historical Education grants are given at the International level. In addition, a two-year Scholarship is given to a student at Columbia University’s Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation (GSAPP), and a three-year Fellowship is awarded to a student enrolled at the Winterthur/University of Delaware Program in Art Conservation (WUDPAC).
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THE QUESTERS organization has a physical address in Philadelphia.
The building was constructed in 1802 and contains many donated antiques and books, which comprise a reference library. Please see “Headquarters” in the “Home” menu to learn more about the headquarters building, take a virtual tour, or watch a video about it. |
Who is a typical member?
A Quester is a curious, enthusiastic, and imaginative person with a desire to learn new things and enjoy the comradery of like-minded individuals. Anyone can become a Quester, and THE QUESTERS organization does not discriminate based on sex, race, or creed. A member is excited by historical sites, museums, artifacts, and the study of past events which continue to resonate in one’s present and past experiences. Questers with collections love to show them and share their history with other Questers. Members embrace lifelong learning. They delight in the original Quester motto: It’s Fun to Search and a Joy to Find.
Join us!
Please send an email to the International 1st Vice President: [email protected].
What are the benefits of membership?
The Quester Quarterly: Is the official publication of THE QUESTERS which includes news, information on the upcoming international meeting, updates on THE QUESTERS Scholar and Fellow, and local chapter activities.
The Website: Members have access to resources such as current and past issues of The Quester Quarterly, information on grants, forms, governance and the latest updates on the Scholar and Fellow and more.
Facebook: The Questers Facebook is open to members only. They share photos of their activities and collections.
YouTube: Original content has been added to THE QUESTERS YouTube channel. The channel is open to the public and can be accessed at https://www.youtube.com/@thequesters-qf5mj.
Meetings:
· Individual chapters hold educational and enjoyable meetings in members’ homes or in meeting rooms in public spaces.
· There are regional meetings once or twice a year, where members meet in a larger venue to enjoy a meal, listen to a speaker, tour a historical site, and hold a business meeting.
· An annual international meeting is held in an historic location with tours, speakers, and the annual business meeting.
States and Provinces also provide their members with Facebook pages and websites.
Fun, stimulating programs, field trips and lasting friendships of like-minded people!
A Quester is a curious, enthusiastic, and imaginative person with a desire to learn new things and enjoy the comradery of like-minded individuals. Anyone can become a Quester, and THE QUESTERS organization does not discriminate based on sex, race, or creed. A member is excited by historical sites, museums, artifacts, and the study of past events which continue to resonate in one’s present and past experiences. Questers with collections love to show them and share their history with other Questers. Members embrace lifelong learning. They delight in the original Quester motto: It’s Fun to Search and a Joy to Find.
Join us!
Please send an email to the International 1st Vice President: [email protected].
What are the benefits of membership?
The Quester Quarterly: Is the official publication of THE QUESTERS which includes news, information on the upcoming international meeting, updates on THE QUESTERS Scholar and Fellow, and local chapter activities.
The Website: Members have access to resources such as current and past issues of The Quester Quarterly, information on grants, forms, governance and the latest updates on the Scholar and Fellow and more.
Facebook: The Questers Facebook is open to members only. They share photos of their activities and collections.
YouTube: Original content has been added to THE QUESTERS YouTube channel. The channel is open to the public and can be accessed at https://www.youtube.com/@thequesters-qf5mj.
Meetings:
· Individual chapters hold educational and enjoyable meetings in members’ homes or in meeting rooms in public spaces.
· There are regional meetings once or twice a year, where members meet in a larger venue to enjoy a meal, listen to a speaker, tour a historical site, and hold a business meeting.
· An annual international meeting is held in an historic location with tours, speakers, and the annual business meeting.
States and Provinces also provide their members with Facebook pages and websites.
Fun, stimulating programs, field trips and lasting friendships of like-minded people!