Gallery (please enjoy these photos from prior meetings and events)

   
(L-R) In 2013, the chapter held a ground breaking for a Patriot Garden to be placed in the Village of Chatham. The ceremony had to be held indoors because of inclement weather. The beautiful boulder was donated by Designer Landscapes, Inc. At right, the completed garden which includes plants native to Illinois. The garden was created to show our appreciation to the Village of Chatham.

   
(L-R) Our chapter held a grave marking ceremony honoring Revolutionary War patriot Jacob Henry Shutt on April 18, 2015, at Wimmer Cemetery, Auburn Illinois.

   
(L-R) The chapter has a welcoming ceremony for each new member. Refreshments are always part of our meetings.

   
(L-R) Chapter members participate each year in the Chatham American Legion homecoming parade. DAR members form strong bonds of friendship.

    

(L-R) Chapter members enjoyed attending DAR Days. DAR members love celebrating our heritage through needlework and other mediums. The chapter honored these four high school seniors as DAR Good Citizens in 2015.

   

(L-R) Each year, chapter members put flowers on the grave of Captain Penny. At right are the three DAR Good Citizens students recognized in 2014.

Membership in the Daughters of the American Revolution honors and preserves the legacy of your patriot ancestor. Over 200 years ago, American patriots fought and sacrificed for the freedoms we enjoy today. As a member of DAR, through participation in the Society’s various programs and activities, you can continue this legacy by actively supporting historic preservation, promotion of education, and patriotic endeavors.