Society for Creative Anachronism

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SCA

The SCA is an international organization dedicated to researching and re-creating the arts and skills of pre-17th-century Europe. Our "Known World" consists of 19 kingdoms, with over 30,000 members residing in countries around the world. Members, dressed in garb, i.e. clothing of the Middle Ages and Renaissance, attend events which feature tournaments, royal courts, feasts, dancing, various classes & workshops, and more

AN INTRODUCTION TO THE SOCIETY FOR CREATIVE ANACHRONISM (SCA)

From the SCA ORGANIZATIONAL HANDBOOK - Revised April 1, 2022

SCA Mission Statement:

“The Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) is an international non-profit volunteer educational organization. The SCA is devoted to the research and re-creation of pre-17th century skills, arts, combat, culture, and employing knowledge of world history to enrich the lives of participants through events, demonstrations, and other educational presentations and activities.”

In pursuing its mission, the SCA is committed to excellence in its programs, communications, and activities. The SCA expects that all its members and participants will conduct themselves in accordance with the SCA Core Values, to:

  • Act in accordance with the chivalric virtues of honor and service in all interactions with SCA members and participants;
  • Be a responsible steward of SCA resources;
  • Deal fairly with others, and value and respect the worth and dignity of all individuals,
  • Practice inclusiveness and respect diversity;
  • Promote a safe and respectful environment for all SCA members and participants;
  • Act with transparency, fairness, integrity, and honesty;
  • Maintain a harassment-free environment in SCA spaces; and,
  • Avoid behavior that reflects adversely on the SCA or other SCA members and participants.

The SCA provides an environment in which members can recreate various aspects of the cultures and technology of the period, as well as doing more traditional historical research. The SCA sponsors events, which may include tournaments, feasts, martial activities, classes, and other activities reflective of pre-17th century life. Members dress in pre-17th century clothing styles worn all over the world and participate in activities based on the civil and martial skills of the period. These activities recreate aspects of the life and culture, dress, pastimes, and above all the chivalric ideals of the period, unifying our events and activities. Members have free choice of what areas they will explore. The SCA is expressly welcoming to all people of any race, sex, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

The SCA currently has active branches in North America, Europe, Australasia, Asia, and Africa. This “Known World” is divided into Kingdoms. Each Kingdom has a Sovereign and Consort selected by tournament combat. Some of the Kingdoms include Principalities ruled by individuals also chosen by combat. These organizations are responsible for the smaller branches based in individual towns, cities, or counties.

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