First "Fantastic Field Trip Friday!"
On Friday, October 8, EIGHTEEN members, prospective members, and friends trekked to historic Weston Manor in Hopewell VA and enjoyed a delightful lunch overlooking the beautiful Appomattox River. Next Fantastic Field Trip Friday coming up in January!
Day of Service Gives Back!
DAR's worldwide annual Day of Service takes place every year on or around the anniversary of our founding on October 13. William Byrd daughters answered the call this year by assembling "sunshine baskets" to take to first responders as a token of our appreciation of their constant willingness to serve. Click here for pictures of the event!
Welcome to the William Byrd Chapter
Richmond, Virginia
The William Byrd Chapter, named for Colonel William Byrd II, was founded in 1917. For more than one hundred years, the William Byrd Chapter has been involved in projects that support veterans, that teach children about our country's rich history, and that help preserve historical sites - all so that future generations can understand and appreciate and cherish our country. Founded just as the United States entered World War I, members worked to support the war effort by caring for war orphans and collecting war supplies In 1928, the chapter became the caretakers of the Madison Cemetery at Montpelier and later placed a bronze plaque on the cemetery wall on the 100th anniversary of Madison's death. During World War II, members' efforts included sending more seed packages to the War Services Gardens Overseas than any other chapter in the United States. Flourishing and remaining strong for decades, the chapter moved into the twenty-first century with the same zeal and enthusiasm that motivated its founders. Members continued their service to veterans, sponsored patriotic organizations for school children, and contributed to the John Marshall House by placing a bench in the garden, to name only a few of the many projects in which the chapter participated. William Byrd continues to march forward in service to our country.
Author Libby McNamee to make an encore appearance!
Author Libby McNamee will return to the William Byrd Chapter on Tuesday, October 26 to present her new book, Dolly Madison and the War of 1812, "a heart pounding front row seat to young America's fight for survival through the eyes of the Queen of Hearts: First Lady Dolly Madison."
For more information on meeting details, email us at the address given under contacts.
Author Libby McNamee will return to the William Byrd Chapter on Tuesday, October 26 to present her new book, Dolly Madison and the War of 1812, "a heart pounding front row seat to young America's fight for survival through the eyes of the Queen of Hearts: First Lady Dolly Madison."
For more information on meeting details, email us at the address given under contacts.
A Very Special Thank You
If you've ever wondered about the impact of a DAR project then CLICK HERE. What you read will touch your heart!
William Byrd Wins State Awards
The Junior American Citizens first and second place awards, in the "short story" category were awarded to entries from William Byrd. Congratulations to our talented writers!
A SNIPPET FROM OUR HISTORY
Did you know that the William Byrd Chapter, NSDAR for many years maintained the cemetery at Montpelior, James Madison's home in Orange County VA at which both James and Dolly are buried?
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