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The purpose of this organization shall be to foster the highest standards of excellence in the practice of the art of
 embroidery through an active program of education and study and to preserve the heritage of the art of embroidery.

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mem_poleChapter Membership

See also Member at Large and Associate Membership

As a member of a local chapter, you will hone your skills and meet others who share your passion for stitching. Benefits include regularly scheduled meetings, workshops, lectures, stitch-ins, and participating in group correspondence courses. Other benefits include the quarterly magazine, Needle Arts, national seminars and the extensive lending library.

Chapters are organized into regions, of which there are 13. Chapter members may attend region events such as seminars, leadership training, and workshops. Activities and dues vary from chapter to chapter. Click here to find
a chapter in your area.


Become a Chapter Member

Chapter membership fees
are determined at the
chapter/region level. Please
contact the chapter you wish
to join for more information.

All chapter members receive

  • A copy of Needle Arts, EGA’s quarterly publication with topical articles, hints and how-to's, letters to the editor, chapter news, calendar of events and current or timely Education information
  • A copy of the Education Catalog published by the Education Department. All members are encouraged to take advantage of EGA's educational opportunities which are many, varied and encompass all levels of expertise.
  • Information for the National Seminar that is held
    each year.

Chapter Information

Local chapters

  • reach out into the community with volunteer service and projects
  • showcase their needlework by organizing exhibits
  • have newsletters that contain information about chapter, region, national and other needlework activities

Join more than one chapter – find out more about “plural” membership. Want to learn more? Have comments or questions about EGA or Embroidery? Contact us!

Regions

EGA has 13 geographical regions. More information about each region can be found in our region/chapter directory. All regions welcome Members at Large as well as members from other regions at their region seminars.

 

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