Constitution

1.  NAME  The name of the Society shall be The Spode Society.

 2. OBJECTS  The objects of the Society are:

1. to promote further interest in and study of the history and products of the Spode Factory and relevant wares from the eighteenth century to the present day.
2. to study all matters relating to the Spode Factory, the families of all proprietors and employees of the firm.
3. to disseminate, publish and make available relevant information to members of the Society and to the public.
4. in furtherance of these aims and purposes, but not otherwise, the Society, through its Committee shall have the following powers:
   • to hold meetings, lectures and exhibitions.
   • to arrange visits and other activities.
   • to publish papers, reports and other literature.
   • to promote research into subjects directly connected with the objects of the Society and to publish the results of such research
   • to raise funds, and to invite contributions by way of subscriptions, donations and otherwise to further the work of the Society.

3. MEMBERSHIP  Membership of the Society is open to all who are interested in actively furthering the objects of the Society.  The members shall NOT use the name, publications or activities of the Society for commercial purposes.  Honorary membership may be conferred as deemed appropriate.  Application for membership shall be made on the approved form, either via the website, or by post to the Membership Secretary or Treasurer.