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History Named for Ancient Roman Hero Cincinnatus Fellowship Members Descended from Revolutionary War Officers Symbols Eagle Insignia of the Society of the Cincinnati Purpose Perpetuating the Remembrance of the American Revolution Collections Preserving Art Artifacts and Documents Headquarters Anderson House in Washington D. C. History The Oldest American Hereditary Society Membership Furthering Our Mission Over Two Centuries Collections Portraits of Society Members Programs Tours Exhibitions Research Library and Classroom Resources Larz and Isabel Anderson Benefactors of Anderson House Collections Society of the Cincinnati Porcelain Anderson House History and Art on Display About the Society The Society of the Cincinnati is the nations oldest patriotic organization founded in 1783 by officers of the Continental Army who served together in the American Revolution. Its mission is to promote knowledge and appreciation of the achievement of American independence and to foster fellowship among its members.