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.

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90th Hawley Society Reunion 2023

Celebrate The Hawley Society Centennial
September 28-30, 2023 in Newtown, Connecticut

Salute those descendants of Joseph Hawley (1603-1690) who gathered for the first Hawley Society reunion in 1923 in Bridgeport, CT. Now, 100 years later, we honor one of those founders, Mary Elizabeth Hawley, in the town where she is revered as a beloved benefactor.

This is our 90th Reunion in our 100th year. Your chance to be a part of Hawley history begins with lodging reservations at LaQuinta Inn & Suites in nearby Danbury, CT.

The “Hawley Rate” is $139/night. Use this LINK to reserve your room.

Events include a lighthearted Hawley history trivia game, touring Edmond Town Hall (a gift from Mary E. Hawley). The Town Hall will be our home base for the weekend, just 10-15 minutes from our lodging.

First Selectman Dan Rosenthal will proclaim September 29 th “Society of the Hawley Family Day” in Newtown at a brief service at Mary Hawley’s grave in the Newtown Village Cemetery. Later that day Ben Cruson and Gordon Williams of the Newtown Historical Society will speak on Mary Hawley and her impact on the town. Following that, a walking tour of downtown Newtown.

Our three days conclude with the Saturday annual meeting at Edmond Town Hall, followed by a catered lunch (details to come). After free time, dinner is at Gallo Restaurant next to LaQuinta Inn & Suites.

Even more surprises will be coming on the weekend. Our 90th Reunion in our Centennial year promises to be a Hawley Society Reunion you just can’t miss.

REGISTRATION FORM (pdf)

Questions? Please email us at hawleyfamilysociety@gmail.com and we’ll get back to you as quickly as possible.

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