WOMEN'S LEAGUE of
WASHINGTON COLLEGE
OUR HISTORY
The Women’s League of Washington College was founded in 1951 by Helen S. Gibson, then First Lady of the College. She saw her new group as a way to build closer ties between the college and its surrounding community of Chestertown, Maryland, the elegant colonial city on the banks of the Chester River.
Since its inception, the Women’s League has been a strong presence in the life of Chestertown, providing both social and civic opportunities to its members.
We will begin accepting orders
for Fall Semester
Exam Care Boxes on
September 26.
Since its founding,
the Women's League has donated more than $480,000 to
Washington College.
In June 2024 the Women’s League
presented
$20,500 to Washington College:
$15,000 to the
Helen Gibson Scholarship Fund
$500 to the
Women's League Endowment Fund
$5,000 to Miller Library
Membership in the Women’s League is open to all women who wish to become part of the Washington College community.
In addition to volunteer activities that raise monies to benefit the College and its students, members enjoy a wide range of social events throughout the year.
It is not necessary to be a graduate of the college to participate.
2023 - 2024 EVENTS
November 30: Decorating Hynson-Ringgold House for Christmas.
December 1: Trip to the Biggs Museum in Dover, Delaware with docent tour of the permanent collection and the Wyeth exhibit.
December 7: Exam Care Boxes packing and distribution to students.
December 17: Champagne Reception at the Hynson-Ringgold House
February 14
Valentine Tea at the White Swan Tavern
March 12
"A. I. (Artificial Intelligence)AND WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW" Presented by Washington College Associate Math Professor, Jordan Tirrell
April 19
Preview Dedication Event for the Owings Library Terrace and Burris Information Commons
May 2 - Exam Care Packing Day
May 28 Chillin' on the Chester Scholarship Luncheon
Fun and Games. Bucket and Grand Raffles
June 20
Cocktail Party and Presentation of the Scholarship Donations to the College at the home of Bobby Sutton for a summer cocktail party
Stay tuned for more details of 2024-25 events and activities. Your Events Committee is busy planning some wonderful speakers and trips.
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Grand Raffle Winner
Congratulations to Laura Walsh from
Church Hill.
She won a two-night stay at the White Swan Tavern and dinner for two at Watershed Alley.
Women's League Co-President Barbara Brown presented
Laura with the certificates.
Thank you to all who purchased tickets. All proceeds support Washington College scholarships.
