Local DAR chapter members represent Hillsboro in Washington, D.C., as Daughters of the American Revolution Convene 120th Continental Congress
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Members of the Waw-Wil-A-Way Chapter based in Hillsboro, were in attendance at the 120th Continental Congress, the annual convention of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR).
A time-honored tradition that has been held in Washington, D.C., the convention has served as the annual national meeting of the membership since the organization’s founding in 1890.
The nation’s capital welcomed more than 3,500 members of one of its foremost service organizations located in the Society’s National Headquarters which occupies an entire city block. National, state and chapter leaders as well as other members from around the world gathered to report on the year’s work, honor outstanding award recipients, plan future initiatives and reconnect with friends.
Highlights of the convention included Opening Night Ceremonies observing the 10th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, a National Defense Night dedicated to honoring our nation’s military, such as the Army Nurse of the Year and outstanding volunteers for veterans, as well as an Awards night recognizing community service leaders such as the National Outstanding Teacher of American History, exceptional high school scholars, and community leaders who have made tremendous contributions to their communities in the areas of conservation, community service and lifelong leadership and patriotism.
"It's inspiring to see thousands of our members travel to Washington to celebrate the accomplishments of the past year to preserve the past, enhance the present and invest in the future," said Merry Ann T. Wright, president general.
"Learning more about our new program of awarding special project grants in local communities and the presentation of scholarship and award winners from all over the country is of particular interest to our members. Attendees show great enthusiasm to participate in seminars and workshops during the conference to enhance their work of promoting historic preservation, education and patriotism back in their communities. The reports given at our Continental Congress make it clear that the DAR is playing an important role in cities and towns across the country."
In attendance at the Congress were the National Division Vice Chairman of Public Relations and Media and Chapter Delegate Tonia Edwards of Cincinnati, Ohio; Associate Member Charlotte Abbott of Seattle, Washington; and Associate Member Kay Penn of Maryland. While at Congress, the Daughters attended Ohio’s Caroline Scott Harrison Tea, the Units Overseas Committee Luncheon and International Bazaar, the Heritage Club Brunch, and various business and evening sessions.
The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution was founded in 1890 to promote historic preservation, education and patriotism. Its members are descended from the patriots who won American independence during the Revolutionary War. With more than 168,000 members in approximately 3,000 chapters worldwide, DAR is one of the world's largest and most active service organizations. To learn more about the work of today's DAR, visit www.DAR.org.[[In-content Ad]]
A time-honored tradition that has been held in Washington, D.C., the convention has served as the annual national meeting of the membership since the organization’s founding in 1890.
The nation’s capital welcomed more than 3,500 members of one of its foremost service organizations located in the Society’s National Headquarters which occupies an entire city block. National, state and chapter leaders as well as other members from around the world gathered to report on the year’s work, honor outstanding award recipients, plan future initiatives and reconnect with friends.
Highlights of the convention included Opening Night Ceremonies observing the 10th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, a National Defense Night dedicated to honoring our nation’s military, such as the Army Nurse of the Year and outstanding volunteers for veterans, as well as an Awards night recognizing community service leaders such as the National Outstanding Teacher of American History, exceptional high school scholars, and community leaders who have made tremendous contributions to their communities in the areas of conservation, community service and lifelong leadership and patriotism.
"It's inspiring to see thousands of our members travel to Washington to celebrate the accomplishments of the past year to preserve the past, enhance the present and invest in the future," said Merry Ann T. Wright, president general.
"Learning more about our new program of awarding special project grants in local communities and the presentation of scholarship and award winners from all over the country is of particular interest to our members. Attendees show great enthusiasm to participate in seminars and workshops during the conference to enhance their work of promoting historic preservation, education and patriotism back in their communities. The reports given at our Continental Congress make it clear that the DAR is playing an important role in cities and towns across the country."
In attendance at the Congress were the National Division Vice Chairman of Public Relations and Media and Chapter Delegate Tonia Edwards of Cincinnati, Ohio; Associate Member Charlotte Abbott of Seattle, Washington; and Associate Member Kay Penn of Maryland. While at Congress, the Daughters attended Ohio’s Caroline Scott Harrison Tea, the Units Overseas Committee Luncheon and International Bazaar, the Heritage Club Brunch, and various business and evening sessions.
The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution was founded in 1890 to promote historic preservation, education and patriotism. Its members are descended from the patriots who won American independence during the Revolutionary War. With more than 168,000 members in approximately 3,000 chapters worldwide, DAR is one of the world's largest and most active service organizations. To learn more about the work of today's DAR, visit www.DAR.org.[[In-content Ad]]