Fort Stanwix Chapter is located in Rome, New York, the City of American History. Rome lies in the historic Mohawk Valley, near the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains. The Erie Canal flows south of the city.

Fort Stanwix Chapter was organized in Rome, New York, on January 13, 1896, by Mrs. Elizabeth R. H. Bright, Organizing Regent, along with other interested women of the era, including Polly Hubbard Vincent, a Real Daughter.

The Chapter was named in honor of Fort Stanwix, constructed in what is now Rome, New York, on August 23, 1758. Our Chapter Charter was granted June 19, 1896, and signed by 43 members.

Ten Chapter meetings are held at various locations in Rome between September and June each year. There are currently 75 members.