Knights of the Guiding Star of the East

Founding Era | Year: Late 19th century (1880-1899) | 1896
Founding Place: Pulaski County, Arkansas
Founding & Reorganizing Leaders: George W. Stingley, Professor J. H. Williams, William Carter, C. H. Sneed, Henry Harlee, Emma McClain B. L. Cox, H. P. Lytes, Ellen Bratton, P. H. Greenlaw, H. Harles
Later Headquarters: Morrilton, AR
Geographic Scope: Cross-regions
Gender Organization: Male / Female Partners
Type of Order: Distinctive Black order, Provides benefits or life insurance
Civic Engagement: Community charitable, public health, or education program
Original Sources: Founding mission, Constitution & By laws, Emblem picture, Ritual, Convention proceedings or event program, Badge picture, Member personal story
Updated: Oct 28, 2023