Canton Officers & Representatives
The officers of the Canton of Middlegate serve the populace by coordinating local activities, managing financial affairs, overseeing martial and artistic endeavors, and assisting newcomers. Together, the officers form the Canton Council to guide the administrative operations of our lands under the guidance of the Barony of the Sacred Stone.
Canton Business Meetings are held monthly to discuss upcoming events, review officer reports, and address local group business. All members of the populace are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Officer Information & Submissions:
- Meeting Schedule: Check the Middlegate Calendar for exact dates, times, and meeting locations or virtual links.
- Officer Reports: Monthly reports are due to the Canton Seneschal prior to the scheduled business meeting.
- General Contact: For specific questions regarding an office or local event, please reach out directly to the appropriate officer listed below. If you are unsure which office to contact, reach out to the Canton Seneschal for assistance.
Seneschal
Historically a chief administrative or royal officer in medieval Europe, today’s Seneschal serves as the chief administrative officer of the canton.
The Seneschal coordinates local group officers, manages outside agency relations, presides over business meetings, and ensures baronial, kingdom, and society laws are properly understood and followed.
Lord Grimr Treebreaker
Exchequer
Historically rooted in the medieval departments of state finance and the checkerboard counting tables of early England, the Exchequer manages all monetary records and public revenue.
In the SCA, the Chancellor of the Exchequer maintains the local group’s financial records, oversees accounting, and submits timely financial reports to the Kingdom Exchequer.
Lord Fedor Turov syn
Minister of Arts & Sciences
The Minister of Arts and Sciences supports the research, study, and recreation of historical art forms, crafts, and cultural technologies, helping members bring medieval creativity to life in our local group activities.
Granny Argent of Sacred Stone
Webminister
Evolving from traditional webmasters, the Webminister is responsible for maintaining the digital presence, online archives, and technical infrastructure of the canton.
Lady Ailis inghean Ui Riagain
Herald
Historically acting as royal messengers, diplomats, and arbiters of pageantry during medieval conflicts, Heralds bridged communications between courts and chronicled history.
In the SCA, Heralds advise Royalty and local officers on court protocol, manage event ceremony heraldry, and guide individuals through researching and registering personal names and armory.
Lord Gabriel West
Chatelaine
The Chatelaine serves as the friendly face and primary welcoming committee of the canton, guiding newcomers through their first steps into medieval recreation. The Chatelaine oversees newcomer onboarding, answers questions about local and baronial activities, helps transition new participants and visiting members into our community, and coordinates loaner garb and feast gear for events and local practices.
Lady Margot Leclerc
Local Groups & Cantons
The Barony of the Sacred Stone encompasses several regional cantons across central North Carolina. For local meeting schedules, practices, and local officer listings, visit their respective websites:
- Canton of Aire Faucon — Serving Cleveland, Gaston, Lincoln, and Rutherford Counties
- Canton of Charlesbury Crossing — Serving Anson, Cabarrus, Mecklenburg, Stanly, and Union Counties
- Canton of Middlegate — Serving Davidson, Guilford, Randolph, Rockingham, and Stokes Counties
- Canton of Salesberie Glen — Serving Rowan County