“I’ve got something for the girls of Savannah, and all America, and all the world,” proclaimed Juliette Gordon Low. And with that statement in March of 1912, Juliette formed the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, Georgia. Juliette believed so strongly in her dream of Girl Scouts for all girls that she sold her valuable and rare matched pearls necklace. The $8,000 she earned from the sale helped fund the early days of Girl Scouting. “Jewels are not important,” she said. “But the Girl Scouts are.”

Our ambitions aren’t quite so heady, but we do believe that by selling “our pearls” the impact can be life-changing for girls throughout Middle Tennessee and the country. Just as pearls played an important role in the early financial security of Girl Scouts, we hope they will secure our financial health for our second hundred years.

To commemorate our 100th anniversary, we’ve teamed with New York-based jewelry designer Joan Hornig to create some treasured keepsakes for Girl Scouts that will help us raise significant income for an endowment for our future operational needs and commemorate our 100th anniversary in a very meaningful way.

In celebration of the 100th anniversary of Girl Scouting, we are pleased to partner with the Tennessee State Museum for an interactive exhibit about the Girl Scout experience. The exhibit will feature rare artifacts, interesting memorabilia and uniforms down through the decades of Girl Scouts, with lots of hands-on activities for both girls and adults. Families and friends are also encouraged to share this exciting and educational experience. Special programs will be offered during the exhibit's run and limited edition souvenir merchandise will be available for purchase in the museum gift shop. Plan to join us at the Tennessee State Museum in September and October of 2012 for this once in a lifetime opportunity!

Anderson Design Group, Inc. is an award-winning graphic design firm based in Nashville. Founder Joel Anderson and his group of talented artists have created the Spirit of Nashville Collection, as well as logos, book covers, products, posters for clients such as National Geographic, Golden Books, Universal Studios, and DreamWorks since 1993. Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee is also lucky enough to be one of these clients for our 100th anniversary. Click here to view the artwork, which will be available in different printed formats (more information coming soon). These items will be for sale in the Nashville Girl Scout Shop, the Tennessee State Museum, as well as at Anderson Design Group's Spirit of Nashville store.

For more information, visit The Spirit of Nashville or send us an email.

No town captures the imaginations of Girl Scouts like Savannah, Georgia. It was there in 1912 that Juliette Gordon Low walked beneath the moss-draped trees and made the decision to start her amazing organization for girls.

Little Brownie Bakers will pay tribute to the 100th Anniversary of Girl Scouting with a lemon cookie that reflects the heritage of past customer favorites. This lemon wedge cookie is cool and crisp, with just the right number of lemon chips to deliver tiny bursts of happiness. And, when you hold it right, you’ll quickly be reminded of that world-famous “Girl Scout Smile.” Savannah Smiles will be in market across the nation for the 2011-2012 Cookie Season. Each year, thousands of Girl Scouts visit the founder’s historical house in Savannah. Along the time-worn corridors, each girl considers how, even 100 years later, Juliette’s story continues to encourage them to dream big and do great things with their lives. That’s why we are so proud to offer a brand new variety that will delight customers and help girls make their dreams come true.

Happy 100th Birthday, Girl Scouts!

You don’t have to still be a Girl Scout Brownie to love to bake. For Girl Scouts 100th anniversary, we're celebrating by creating a cookbook of our favorite recipes. Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee will be calling all Girl Scouts, volunteers, alumnae and friends to submit their favorite recipes. The cookbook will not only feature great recipes but will also include Girl Scout stories, memories and tips.

We'll be accepting recipe submissions through early 2012. Grab your Tagalongs, Thin Mints and Samoas and get cooking! Submit your recipes here.

Click here to register for TN Statewide Camporee!

Save the date! On October 12 – 14, 2012, Girl Scouts from the entire state will have a fun filled weekend at Camp Sycamore Hills. Girl Scout Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors are invited to spend the whole weekend with us. Girl Scout Daisies and Brownies can join the fun for the day. Make friends with troops from around the state as you participate 100th anniversary celebration.

The planning has begun and we are looking for volunteers to join in the committee for Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee as we host the fantastic event and show case our camping facilities. If you would like to volunteer please download this form or contact Jennifer Buckelew at jbuckelew@gsmidtn.org or (615) 460-0218.