Membership

Alden Kindred of America’s (AKA) members play a unique role in history. From the stewardship of our National Historic Landmark, The Alden House Historic Site, to exploring our expansive heritage, Alden Kindred members embody Alden spirit and tradition.

Our members enjoy deep satisfaction in their integral role in the preservation of a unique part of American history. Members help us continue the important work of preserving the Alden homestead and the history of the Alden family for current and future generations.

Membership benefits include:

free admission to The Alden House Historic Site
discounted tickets to exclusive events and family reunions
10% discount on gift shop merchandise
exclusive newsletters and bi-monthly e-newsletters
reduced facility rental rates
Opportunity to apply for Dr. Donnell B. Young scholarship for graduating high school students attending college (must also be lineage member). Click here to download the scholarship form.

Becoming a member is as simple as completing the form below and submitting with payment of your dues.

Alden New Member Enrollment

Enroll By Mail

To enroll by mail, please download our membership form:

Membership Form (PDF)

Enroll Online/Pay by Credit Card

Please fill out the form below then click the submit button:

Membership Category

Member Information (Indicate title for each name: Ms./Mrs./Mr./Dr.)

Primary Adult Name

Secondary Adult Name

Child Name

Business Name

Address

City

State

Country/State/Province:

Zip

Phone

Alden Descendant

I am interested in certifying my Alden lineage

Please click on "submit" button to send your membership application information for processing.

Certify Your Alden Lineage

Members who would like to certify their Alden lineage should submit this Synopsis below (online, or by mail) with the appropriate Lineage Certification Fee; $150 for an individual or family, fee waived for life members.

* Not a member yet? Complete the member enrollment form above.

You will be notified when your Synopsis is received and will be provided with further information about what to expect during the process. Our Genealogy Department will examine your Synopsis and prepare a Statement of Lineage form using as much information as is available from our archive. The form, and instructions, will be sent to you for completion.
For additional information, please contact us at genealogy@alden.org

By Mail

To request lineage certification by mail, please download our lineage application form:

Lineage Form (PDF)

Request Lineage Certification Online/Pay by Credit Card

Please fill out the form below then click the submit button:

Member Information

Member Name ( first, middle, maiden if applicable and last name)

Spouse Name ( (first, middle, maiden if applicable and last name))

Member Date of Birth

Member Address

City

State

Country/State/Province:

Zip

Member Email

Member Phone

Member Occupation

Children under 21 living at home:

Child Name	Date of Birth
Child Name	Date of Birth
Child Name	Date of Birth
Child Name	Date of Birth

Synopsis of Alden Lineage

Omit all dates, places and references. Type names in full (first, middle, last) avoiding initials:

	Line Carrier	Spouse
1	John Alden	Priscilla Mullins
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Do you have a relative who is already a member of the AKA or another lineage society?

Relative Name	Member Number
Other Society	Member Number