The Society of the Hawley Family
Photo: The first Hawley Society reunion
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News & Events
2026 Reunion in New Haven, CT
Join us in New Haven, Connecticut, for the 2026 Hawley Society Annual Reunion, “Reconnecting with Our Roots,” taking place October 9–12.
Hawley Society Reunion 2025
Despite a few days of rain, the weather didn’t dampen the spirits of Hawley family members who gathered in the heart of the world, Grand Junction, Colorado,
Hawley Society Reunion 2024
The Society of Hawley Family recently celebrated its 91st annual reunion in Deadwood, South Dakota.
Nero Hawley Honored
The CT Daughters of the American Revolution recently honored formerly enslaved Revolutionary War soldier Nero Hawley. The Society was represented at the event by Danbury councilman Ryan Hawley, the Society’s vice president. Photo credit: Mark Mirko / Connecticut Public
About Us
The Hawley Society was organized in 1923 in Bridgeport, Connecticut, by descendants of Joseph Hawley (1603-1690), believed to be one of the first Hawleys to settle in the new world. We exist to preserve the memory, records and history of the Hawley Family, and to promote friendly acquaintance and sociability among our members.
We were incorporated in Connecticut in 1927 and are a corporation managed by an Executive Committee who serve as volunteers. There are no employees on payroll. Membership dues help fund the ongoing operations. Two of our primary missions are continuing the search to find our English antecedents and to update and republish The Hawley Record, 1890.
Biographies
Joseph Hawley
Born: circa 1603, England
Died: 20 May 1690, Stratford, CT
Joseph Hawley was the ancestor of many present day North American Hawleys and founder of the Connecticut branch of the Hawley family. What conditions did he find upon his arrival on the American shore?
Samuel Hawley
Born: 1647 Connecticut
Died: 24 August 1734, Stratford, Connecticut
Samuel Hawley, son of Joseph the first, was born in 1647 and came to Stratford with his parents as early as 1650, where he always resided, except that he probably made his home in the town of Derby, Connecticut for a short time.
Mary Elizabeth Hawley
of Newtown, Connecticut
Born the oldest child to Marcus and Sarah Booth Hawley in 1857, Mary (or “Mame” as her family called her) was the only girl and the only offspring to survive into adulthood in this prominent Newtown family.
Become a Member!
One of the favorite benefits of membership in the Hawley Society is receiving our quarterly newsletter. Our members look forward to the next issue to learn more about our past, present, and future. Annual reunion dues can be paid via a Pay Pal link provided at the following link.
Contact our Genealogist!
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We are very fortunate to have an outstanding genealogist, Trudy Hawley, who volunteers her time to assist members with their research. We are always happy to share and exchange knowledge. The sharing of the information facilitates greater understanding and can assist in filling in gaps. We are not able to offer in depth research services, which are best directed to a certified genealogist for a fee.
Contact Us
Feel free to contact us at hawleyfamilysociety@gmail.com.
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