
OUR HISTORY
The Women’s League of Washington College was founded in 1951 by Helen S. Gibson, then First Lady of the College. She saw her new group as a way to build closer ties between the college and its surrounding community of Chestertown, Maryland, the elegant colonial city on the banks of the Chester River.
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Since its inception, the Women’s League has been a strong presence in the life of Chestertown, providing both social and civic opportunities to its members.

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In May 2025, the Women’s League
presented
$25,000 to Washington College:
$20,000 to the
Helen Gibson Scholarship Fund
$5,000 to the
Library and Academic Technology Department
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Since its founding,
the Women's League has donated more than $510,000 to
Washington College.
Membership in the Women’s League is open to all women who wish to become part of the Washington College community.
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In addition to volunteer activities that raise monies to benefit the College and its students, members enjoy a wide range of social events throughout the year.
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It is not necessary to be a graduate of the college to participate.
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2024 - 2025 EVENTS
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October 22, 2024: Presentation by the Political Science department Faculty member, Flavio Hicke, Polling in Today’s Environment and Specific Polling Results/Indications for this 2024 Election Year.​
November 2024 : International Student Panel.
December 5, 2024: Exam Care box distribution.
December 10, 2024: Christmas in Odessa.
Docent-led tour of 4 of the historic buildings followed by lunch at Cantwell’s Tavern.
December 2024: Annual Champagne Reception at the home of Washington College president.​
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February 26, 2025 1:00 p.m.: Tea at White Swan Tavern. ​
March 20, 2025:: Harriet Tubman Museum and Education Center. ​
May 1, 2025: Exam Care box distribution.
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May 13: Annual Scholarship Luncheon
Chester River Yacht & Country Club
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May 20, 2025 Board Meeting
Visitor's Center 1:30
May 29, 2025: End of Year Cocktail Party.
Cocktail party to celebrate the end of the 74th year for the WLWC culminating in the presentation of checks to Washington College.