The Grange movement in the United States was a farmers' movement involving the affiliation of local farmers into area "granges" to work for their political and economic advantages. The official name of the National Grange is the Patrons of Husbandry. Today some consider the organization a special interest group. Founded after the Civil War, it flourished until the end of the 19th century. Many small rural communities in New England, the Midwest and West still have an old "Grange Hall" standing on Main Street. The word "grange" comes from a Latin word for grain, and is related to a "granary" or, more generically, a farm.
In 2005, the Grange claims a membership of 300,000 with organizations in 3,600 communities in 37 states. They occupy a headquarters in downtown Washington, D.C., an 11-story building they had built in 1960.

The National Grange of the Order of Patrons of Husbandry - Rural family fraternity founded in 1867, the nation's oldest general farm organization. The Grange is comprised of families and individuals who share a common interest in community involvement, agriculture, and working together in a family environment.
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Colorado Grange-Online - Internet site of the Colorado state grange.
Connecticut State Grange - Established in 1875. Includes information on Connecticut State Grange activities including the Grange summer camp, Camp Berger, and the Connecticut State Fair in Goshen sponsored by the State Grange.
Home of Valley Grange #1360 - A Lewisberry, PA web site with what the Grange is all about, current programs, what is offered to the community, and facilities.
Kansas State Grange Home Page - Kansas State Grange Home Page. Official site of the State Grange for Kansas, America's farm heartland.
Massachusetts State Grange - Active since 1873. Official Site of the Massachusetts State Grange. Contains information on the State Grange including its history and activities.
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New Jersey State Grange - The New Jersey State Grange is a chapter of the National Grange, America's Foremost Volunteer and Grassroots Organization. This fraternal organization was founded in 1867, with membership open to men, women and young people.
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New York Grange home page - Internet site of the New York State Grange of the Order of Patrons of Husbandry, organized 1873.
North Carolina State Grange - Official site of the North Carolina Grange includes local history, events, officers, and photos. Extensive, attractive site.
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Oregon State Grange - Includes foundation background and an e-bulletin.
Pennsylvania State Grange - Official internet site of the Pennsylvania State Grange organized 1873. Has messages from state officers, features cook books.
Perry Valley Grange, Inc. #1804 - Perry Valley Grange, Millerstown, PA, is a nonprofit, rural community service organization designed for individuals of all ages.
Rowley Grange - Rowley Grange #204, located in Rowley, Massachusetts - serving the community since 1894.
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Sue and Steve's Home Page - Personal home page of a Vermont Grange member which includes commentary on his Grange experiences, links to Grange pictures, youth activities, current Grange legislation and Grange history. It also contains non-Grange content.
Vermont State Grange - Official site of the Vermont State Grange Youth .
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