Programs & Events
Where history, service, and sisterhood come to life.
When We Meet
Second Thursday of each month · 2:00 PM · September through May
Guests and prospective members are always welcome. Meetings are held in the Bristol area. Contact us before your first visit and we will share the location and details.
What to Expect
Every meeting blends history, service, and friendship. Here is what a typical program year looks like.
Education
Speakers and programs on American history, genealogy, and patriotic topics, from Revolutionary War weaponry to spotting modern scams.
Service
Hands-on volunteer projects in our community, including our Service to America work and the NSDAR Day of Service each October.
Fellowship
Time to connect with members and guests, celebrate chapter honors, and gather for our annual holiday celebration.
2026–2027 Meeting Schedule
Each month brings a new program focused on history, service, and community. Meetings are held in the Bristol area. Contact us for the location and to confirm details before you visit.
Thursday, October 8, 2026 · 2:00 PM
Community Service: Appalachian Literacy Initiative
Volunteer service with the Appalachian Literacy Initiative in Bristol, TN, as part of our Service to America project.
Thursday, November 12, 2026 · 2:00 PM
Annual Distinguished Citizen Award · Open to guests
Presentation of the chapter’s Annual Distinguished Citizen Award.
Saturday, December 12, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Holiday Celebration
A sisterhood gathering to enjoy fellowship and reflect on the year’s accomplishments. Details to be announced.
Thursday, January 14, 2027 · 2:00 PM
Spotting and Avoiding Scams · Open to guests
Speaker: retired BVPD officer (name to be announced).
Thursday, February 11, 2027 · 2:00 PM
American History Essay Winners · Open to guests
Celebrating this year’s American History Essay Contest winners.
Thursday, March 11, 2027 · 2:00 PM
Weaponry of the Revolutionary War · Open to guests
Speaker: John Neth, SAR.
April and May 2027
Programs will be posted soon.
Recent Highlights
September 10, 2026
Our chapter celebrated a first-place state award for its Music presentation. Congratulations to Ann Holler, who won this award for the Fort Chiswell Chapter, District IV of Virginia. Members also brought food care packages for our local police in remembrance of Project 911.
Dates to Remember
DAR Conferences & Service
October 11, 2026 — NSDAR Day of Service
March 19–21, 2027 — 131st Virginia State Conference, Roanoke, VA
June 23–27, 2027 — 136th Continental Congress, Washington, DC
Patriotic Observances
September 17 — Constitution Day
September 17–23 — Constitution Week
November 11 — Veterans Day
December 7 — National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
December 15, 2026 — 235th anniversary of the ratification of the Bill of Rights
May 15, 2027 — Armed Forces Day
June 14, 2027 — Flag Day
July 4, 2027 — Independence Day
Interested in Membership?
Any woman 18 or older who can prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution is eligible to join. Our chapter is glad to help you get started, and you are always welcome to visit a meeting first.