The Questers is a non-profit international organization founded in 1944, with headquarters in Philadelpha, PA. The purpose of the Questers is to educate by research and study of antiques and to donate funds to the preservation and restoration of artifacts, existing memorials, historic buildings, landmarks, and educational purposes. There are approximately 900 chapters in the United States and Canada with 69 chapters throughout Michigan. Each chapter of the organization pays dues that go towards larger preservation and restoration projects, as well as to scholarships and fellowships. This collection is from the Chief Noonday Chapter #879, named for Noahquageshik or Nawquageezhig, also known as Chief Noonday, who led the Grand River Band of Ottawa Indians and had fought alongside Shawnee Chief Tecumseh. When traders arrived in the greater Grand Rapids area, the American Indian leader helped welcome new settlers.