What We Do
We are dedicated to promoting patriotism, preserving American history, and securing America’s future through better education for children. Below are examples of activities listed in our three main areas of projects.
Promoting Patriotism
- Support Pamlico Rose Institute
- Support Wreaths Across America and participate in the wreath-laying ceremony
- Observe Veterans Day and participate in the Veterans Day Parade
- Participate in naturalization and U.S. flag retirement ceremonies
- Provide cards and care packages to Support Our Troops
- Provide blankets, toiletries, and reading material to the Veterans Center
Chapter members participate in the Wreaths Across America ceremony at the National Cemetery in New Bern, North Carolina.
Our chapter formed a partnership with Vietnam Veterans Association #272 in Greenville, North Carolina.
Our chapter had an event to commemorate the Boston Tea Party.
Historic Preservation
- Mark graves of local American Revolutionary War Patriots
- Support the National Society for the preservation of NSDAR buildings
- Participate in local historic programs, tours, and events
The chapter presented the NSDAR Historic Preservation Medal to the owner of Bellefont Plantation House for her work preserving the plantation.
The NSDAR Community Service Award was presented to the Co-founder and Executive Director of the Washington Waterfront Underground Railroad Museum.
Our chapter presented the NSDAR Community Service Award to the President of the Historic Port of Washington Project.
Education
- Present Constitution Week programs in elementary schools with members dressed in colonial costumes
- Participate in Bells Across America on September 17 to honor the signing of the U. S. Constitution
- Sponsor American History Essay Contests for students in fifth to eighth grades
- Sponsor Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (JROTC) Awards to cadets in high schools
- Sponsor DAR Good Citizens Essays for high school seniors
- Support Crossnore Communities for Children
- Participate in the American History Book Club for chapter members
Constitution kits were presented to schools during Constitution Week in September.
Our chapter had a plant auction with all proceeds benefiting Crossnore Communities for Children.
Gifts of popcorn were presented to teachers for Teacher Appreciation Day.