News and Announcements

President Robin Towns and the Officers of the National Huguenot Society ask you join them for our Semi-annual Meeting of your Society.

Please join us in Washington, D. C., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

The Speaker for our meeting and luncheon will be Julia Palmer Hesler, who will present the program “Breaking down Brick Walls in Colonial Research with New Tools — Not Wrecking Balls.”

Doors open 12:30 p.m., The Army and Navy Club (Washington Room).

Reservation from here (reserve your spot by March 25).

Newly published!

This 2025 Register of Qualified Huguenot Ancestors, 6th Edition: The Huguenot Researcher’s Authoritative Sourcebook of Proofs identifies more than 650 Primary Huguenot ancestors & the first few generations of their families. If the researcher can prove descent from any one or more of them, the authorities presented herein will serve as authoritative proof of qualification in The National Huguenot Society.

Further details can be found HERE. Order HERE!

Now is a great time to preserve our society’s important records by digitizing all of our approved applications.  President General Potts has started the ball rolling toward this end. This Officer plans to pick up the mantle and move forward immediately to ensure that this very important undertaking is completed in a timely manner and at a reasonable cost.

To that end, a beautiful brooch pin is available to be received for your donation of $50 to this important project that will benefit the society for many years to come.

The design of the new Huguenot brooch pin is crowned with a stylized form of the Fleur de lis, whose petals symbolize the Holy Trinity. In the center is a Lily and Pearl, symbols of purity, representing our Huguenot ancestors, the choicest Lilies of France, fragrant with purity and devotion to God. Below the Lily is the descending Dove, the symbol of the Holy Spirit.  The draped chain, with symbolic gemstones, represents the strength and enduring faith of our ancestors who joined together to escape France.  The teardrop Pearl represents the tears of our ancestors, and their ability to overcome hardship and find wisdom through their experiences.

I sincerely hope and pray that you will want to support this important Records Digitization Project.

For the order form, click here.

2 – 4 October 2025

The 90^th Congress of The National Huguenot Society

Will Be held in Jacksonville, Florida

“Come and Enjoy the Stay”

The Huguenot Society of Florida
Cordially Invites You to Come Enjoy the Stay
The 90th Annual Congress
of the National Huguenot Society

Hilton Garden Inn Jacksonville, JTB/Deerwood Park, 9745 Gate Parkway N, Jacksonville, FL
Rooms available October 1 – 5, 2025
for $139/night plus applicable state and local taxes
See the Call to Congress for Schedules and Events

Registration Form

Schedule of Events

The State Credentials form has been added to the Members Only Area of the website.

Jacqueline Wells Dickey Scholarship

      From among all applicants for the award, the Jacqueline Wells Dickey Scholarship winner for 2025 is Ms. Ava Caroline Trussell. Ms. Trussell is a member of The Huguenot Society of Georgia and a lineal descendant of Nicholas Lanier.  Ms. Trussell is currently a junior at the University of Georgia majoring in Communication Studies and minoring in Political Science, intending to attend law school after her graduation.  She served as State President of the Georgia Family, Career and Community Leaders of America and is active in Student Government and the Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority.  She also works as a Tour Guide for UGA visitors and volunteers with the Athens Area Humane Society.  Ms. Trussell will receive a $5000 scholarship.

Lois Leffler Walker Scholarship Assist Award

     The Lois Lefler Walker Scholarship Assist Award winners for 2025 are David Crossan, Jr., Paul-Christian Dubois-Weber, Natalie Franks, Christopher William Wimberly, Jr., and Pascal Young.

Mr. David Crossan, Jr., is a member of The Huguenot Society of Delaware and a lineal descendant of Nicholas Gaylard.  He is a junior at Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA, majoring in Accounting and Data Analysis.  He was captain of his high school basketball team and has coached youth basketball.  He also works part-time as a DoorDash driver.

Mr. Paul-Christian DuBois-Weber is a member of The Huguenot Society of Florida and a lineal descendant of Louis DuBois.   He is a senior at the University of Florida majoring in Aerospace Engineering.  He was part of the audio-visual team which fabricated and installed part of the new Harry Potter and the Ministry of Magic Ride at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe.  He has worked as a sailing instructor, most recently as Head, for many years and is an Eagle Scout.

Ms. Natalie Franks is a junior at Colorado State University majoring in Interior Architecture and Design with a focus area in Psychology.    She says, “I want to have a positive impact on my community by creating spaces where people can be comfortable and that bring them joy.”  She has worked as a graphic designer for a church and also in retail.

Mr. Christopher William Wimberly, Jr., is a sophomore in the University of South Carolina Honors College majoring in Molecular Biology/Biochemistry.  He is a member of the PreMed Society and a member of the USC club tennis team.  He has worked as a SC State House Senate Page and has held customer-facing positions in food service.

Ms. Pascal Young is a junior at Bard College in Annandale-on-Hudson, NY, majoring in Language and Literature with a concentration in Creative Writing.  She deeply engaged with two campus publications.  She works as a private tutor and has been a camp counselor and a line cook.

Details about the scholarships and contests can be found at College and Postgraduate Student Scholarships and Annual Youth Contest.

President Jo Lee Pott and the Officers of the National Huguenot Society ask you join them for our Semi-annual Meeting of your Society.

Please join us in Washington, D. C., on Wednesday, April 9, 2025.

Doors open 12:45 p.m., The Army and Navy Club (John Paul Jones / Iwo Jima Room).

Reservation from here (reserve your spot by March 31).

President Jo Lee Pott and the Officers of the National Huguenot Society ask you to save the date for our Semi-annual Meeting of your Society.

Please join us in Washington, D. C., on Wednesday, April 9, 2025.

Watch this space for the call and reservation form.

3 – 5 October 2024

The 89^th Congress of The National Huguenot Society

Will Be held in San Antonio, Texas on the #1 attraction:

< The San Antonio River Walk

The Hotel Contessa – 306 W. Market Street, San Antonio >

Come see the second most populous city in Texas. A city known for its rich history and modern attractions. A city with more than 300 years of history right at your doorstep. An ideal city to walk, San Antonio is home to some of the finest art museums, historical monuments, and delightful amusement parks. The river walk in Downtown San Antonio is beautiful beyond words and a complete charm. We have the iconic Hotel Contessa just for you.

There is The Alamo, the Natural Bridge Cavern, the San Antonio Missions, the San Fernando Cathedral, The San Antonio Museum, and the Japanese Tea Garden.

We have so much to show you in San Antonio as the home office of the National Huguenot Society. Come take a look for yourself.

Registration Form

The State Credentials form has been added to the Members Only Area of the website.

Jacqueline Wells Dickey Scholarship

      From among all applicants for the award, Mr. Jacob Gould is the 2024 winner of the Jacqueline Wells Dickey Scholarship. Mr. Gould is a junior majoring in Business Administration at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. He has a 3.938 GPA. Mr. Gould is a member of the National Huguenot Society of Alabama and a descendant of David des Marets. He is engaged as a leader of Young Life, encouraging high school students in their faith journey. Mr. Gould will receive a $5000 scholarship.

Lois Leffler Walker Scholarship Assist Award

      From among all applicants for the award, Mr. David Crossan is the 2024 winner of the Lois Leffler Walker Scholarship Assist Award.  Mr. Crossan is a junior majoring in Accounting at Liberty University. He has a 3.93 GPA. Mr. Crossan is a member of the National Huguenot Society of Delaware and a descendant of Nicholas Gaylard.

Youth Contest Winners

(Further details can be found in the Spring 2024 Cross of Languedoc.)

Level 1 – Grades 2-4

Marilyn Smiley, Grade 3, of North Carolina. “We will not have to be controlled by the government for the Word of our God shall stand forever” – 1^st place award of $100.

Level 2 – Grades 5-8

Will Crossan, Grade 8, of Delaware. “Why I Am Proud To Be A Huguenot Descendant” – 1^st place $250.

Peyton Smiley, Grade 6, of North Carolina. “What It Means To Be A Descendant Of A Huguenot” – 2^nd place $100.

Jack Crossan, Grade 5, of Delaware. “The Swamp Fox” – 3^rd place $50.

Level 3 – Grades 9-12

Claire Naudain Gleason, Grade 10, of Virginia. “The Migration of Huguenots to Other Lands” – 1^st place $500.

Samuel Crossan, Grade 12, of Delaware. “Huguenot Migration to Other Lands” – 2^nd place $200.

Details about the scholarships and contests can be found at College and Postgraduate Student Scholarships and Annual Youth Contest.

SAVE THE DATE!

3 – 5 October 2024

The 89^th Congress of The National Huguenot Society

Will Be held in San Antonio, Texas on the #1 attraction:

< The San Antonio River Walk

The Hotel Contessa – 306 W. Market Street, San Antonio >

Come see the second most populous city in Texas. A city known for its rich history and modern attractions. A city with more than 300 years of history right at your doorstep. An ideal city to walk, San Antonio is home to some of the finest art museums, historical monuments, and delightful amusement parks. The river walk in Downtown San Antonio is beautiful beyond words and a complete charm. We have the iconic Hotel Contessa just for you.

There is The Alamo, the Natural Bridge Cavern, the San Antonio Missions, the San Fernando Cathedral, The San Antonio Museum, and the Japanese Tea Garden.

We have so much to show you in San Antonio as the home office of the National Huguenot Society. Come take a look for yourself.

*NEW* The State Credentials form has been added to the Members Only Area of the website.