Volunteers from the Philip Livingston Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) are hosting a series of special events to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, including some that will be held in collaboration with Livingston County.
“These events are a chance to celebrate AMERICA 250!, have some fun, remember some history and to share the important work that Daughters of American Revolution and The Questers do in our country and to invite others to check out these organizations,” said Lou Ann Lathrop, incoming Regent Philip Livingston NSDAR chapter.
The focus of the DAR’s commemorative efforts across the country are to celebrate the nation’s rich history and diversity of experiences by honoring all men and women who helped achieve American independence. DAR members, inspired by the service of their Revolutionary War ancestors, are celebrating through by performing acts of community service and hosting educational events.
“Daughters have always had a heart for community volunteerism so expanding our work to mark the semiquincentennial is a natural extension of the work we have done locally for more than 135 years,” said Ginnie Sebastian Storage, DAR President General. “As part of our organization’s mission to preserve and promote American history, education, and patriotism, DAR’s focus on volunteer community service to improve the lives of all Americans is the perfect way to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our country.”
Events planned include:
DAR speaker and American Revolution Trivia
12:30 p.m. Thursday, Jun 18, at the Brighton Senior Center, 125 S. Center St. in Brighton
Attendees must pre-register; cost is $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers, which includes lunch, games and prizes.
Reading of the Declaration of Independence
6 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at Lakeview Cemetery, 920 Roosevelt St. in Howell
American Revolution Trivia and DAR history
11 a.m., Wednesday, July 15, at the Hamburg Senior Center, 10407 Merrill Road, Whitmore Lake
American Revolution Trivia and DAR speaker
1:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 15, at the Howell Senior Center, 1661 N. Latson Road, Howell
American Revolution Trivia and DAR speaker; cookout with bring-a-dish-to-pass
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, July 16, at the Fowlerville Senior Center, 203 N. Collins St., Fowlerville
RSVPs are needed — stop into the center to sign up, or call (517) 223-3929
DAR speaker on the American Revolution, and bingo with prizes
Noon to 2 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at the Putnam Township Senior Center, 3280 W. M-36 in Pinckney
DAR speaker and American Revolution Trivia
1 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11, at the Hartland Senior Center, 9525 E. Highland Road in Howell.
The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) is one of the largest patriotic women’s service organizations in the world. The DAR has close to 190,000 members in approximately 3,000 chapters across the country and several foreign countries. DAR members promote historic preservation, education and patriotism via commemorative events, scholarships and educational initiatives, citizenship programs, service to veterans, meaningful community service and more. For additional information about DAR and its relevant mission, visit www.dar.org.
For the Philip Livingston NSDAR chapter, visit www.livingston.michdar.net.
Also part of the events at the seniors centers is The Questers Michigan.
The purpose of The Questers is to enable the preservation and restoration of historic places. The Questers chapters raise and donate funds for the preservation and restoration of historic buildings, sites, landmarks, and artifacts for the benefit of our communities. Its purpose is based on the following belief: “Through the discovery and knowledge of [history], we can bring the past to life and profit by the experiences of previous generations.” – Jessie Elizabeth Bardens, founder
Many Questers also collect antiques and often share their extensive collections with universities, at chapter meetings, and at public events.
The Questers is a non-profit 501(c)3 international organization founded in 1944. Today there are 5,300 members and over 400 chapters. There are 37 chapters in Michigan including Hartland, Howell, Milford, Williamston and Ann Arbor. See www.questers1944.org.
