Membership

Membership

Join the Philadelphia Branch of the ESU.

Why join the English-Speaking Union?

You are invited to become a member of the Philadelphia Branch of the English-Speaking Union of the United States. As part of a broadly based national and international organization, you will:

• Learn through lectures by internationally known authors, historians and statesmen on topics of current affairs, politics, art and culture.
• Meet interesting people at events, such as the Annual Garden Party to celebrate HRH King Charles III's birthday, dances, polo and cricket matches and social functions.
• Support the programs of the ESU, such as the Shakespeare Competition, Teachers Learning Abroad - UK and other scholarships.
• Have access to the public rooms and restaurants at Dartmouth House in London and National Headquarters in New York.

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Membership dues are as follows:

Additional Contributions

You can help the Philadelphia Branch execute the mission locally by donating to the:

Branch Shakespeare Fund:  This fund supports our participation in the National Shakespeare Competition, providing educational and cultural opportunities for local teachers and students.

Branch Speaker Fund: This fund enables us to bring quality speakers to our Branch and Members.