The fraternity that would eventually become Bones Gate began in 1901 as the
Hanover, New Hampshire chapter of
Delta Tau Delta (). Bones Gate became a local fraternity in its own right in 1960 following a dispute between Dartmouth's '''''' chapter and the national organization over the latter's
ban on non-white members. The fraternity's new name was chosen in 1962 in honor of a pub called The Bonesgate that several of its members frequented while studying abroad in
Chessington, England. While this pub is still standing, it has since been renamed to The William Bourne. Following its transformation into a local fraternity with a new name, a unique house culture has developed over the decades. During the 1970s, it was known for its "fog cutters" parties which included unique costumes and fog cutter drinks, a combination of bourbon, gin, rum, and vodka. Traditionally, it held three fog cutters parties each year. The university placed the fraternity on social probation for one year. In September 1988, beer cans were found in the fraternity's house and the university permanently revoke its recognition of Bones House. Campus involvement among its members varies widely; Bones Gate brothers are known to have leadership positions in several student organizations, ranging from club sports to cultural societies. It has 75 members. == Symbols ==