There are no requirements that groups working out of anthroposophy become officially connected with the Anthroposophical Society or with a local group or branch of the Society.
Requesting formal recognition usually occurs when a group finds itself ready and able to shoulder responsibility for the life of the Anthroposophical Society in their area and wishes to link their efforts with those of the national and international societies. Types of recognized groups may include study groups, performing groups, or subject and interest groups.
There are more than 120 groups and branches recognized by the General Council within the U. S. Society. Groups meet on a regular basis, some weekly, some monthly. In most cases, groups that have requested formal recognition have an on-going life and have built up a history of work together.
Waldorf schools, teacher training colleges and programs, medical clinics, Camphill communities, biodynamic farms or gardens, bookstores and other initiatives arising out of anthroposophy are independently organized and administered. In the case of Waldorf schools, Camphill communities, and biodynamic agriculture, there may be membership requirements in order to belong to their respective associations.
For more information, contact our regional representatives:
Eastern region – Ann Finucane ann.finucane@oldspirit.net
Central region – Lori Barian lori.nelona@centurytel.net
Western region – Linda Connell linconnell@sbcglobal.net
Members develop a respect for what it means to nurture the life of the soul out of a science of the spirit. As Steiner said, “People must come closer to one another than they used to do, each becoming an awakener of everyone he or she meets.” The Society exists to facilitate that mutual awakening, in which new spiritual and social forms can take root and grow.
The Rudolf Steiner Library is the lending library of the Anthroposophical Society in America. We are the most complete source for Rudolf Steiner’s work (in both English and German) in North America. Holdings include hundreds of books on Waldorf education; Anthroposophical art and architecture; holistic science and medicine and more.
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