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Establishment
- When
- 16 February 1868
- Where
- New York City
Actor Charles Algernon Sidney Vivian established the organization in New York City on February 16, 1868.
The Elks was established by actor Charles Algernon Sidney Vivian in New York City on February 16, 1868. This event marks the founding of the organization that would become the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks.
Sources
- Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-09
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