The NSDAR Mission is Historic Preservation, Education, and Patriotism
Historic Preservation
Preserving our nation’s history and cultural heritage for future generations is one of our missions. Some John Bartram members transcribe historic information into printed, searchable indexes, and records that genealogists and others can use when researching their family history. This process helps preserve the handwritten records.
Adamsville Cemetery Cleaning
Together with the Villages SAR members, the John Bartram Chapter DAR members help to clean and maintain the historic Adamsville Cemetery. This cemetery is the oldest in Sumter County, Florida.
Photos courtesy of chapter members.
The veteran’s history project of the Library of congress
John Bartram chapter members dedicate some of their time and effort interviewing veterans for the Veterans History Project of the Library of Congress. By doing so, they are playing a crucial role in preserving the firsthand memories and experiences of the veterans for future generations. The Veterans History Project was created by the U.S. Congress. The interviews are sent to the Library of Congress and are made available on that website to ensure these stories are available to a wide audience.
The historic baker house
John Bartram Chapter members help to maintain and preserve the Baker House by participating in it’s cleaning, decorating the for the holidays with Christmas decorations, including member handmade ornaments, removing decorations, serving as docents, and reporting any problems. We are involved in locating historic buildings, residences, and other artifacts which can be preserved for future generations.
Photos courtesy of the City of Wildwood and a chapter member.
Monuments and markers
The “Honoring Our First Patriots Monument” at the FL National Cemetery was planned by Area DAR members. The dedication was attended by DAR members from John Bartram, Mary Ellen Robertson, Ocklawaha, Puc Puggy, Tomoka, and the former Bertha Hereford Hall chapters. Thanks to a member’s son, a Marine Veteran, who sponsored the Monument. A Marine Corps League detachment led the Color Guard procession. Special guests included our State Regent and Veterans.
Education
Scholarships
The John Bartram Chapter, NSDAR, has awarded scholarships over the years to Wildwood Middle High School graduating seniors. In May, we award two $1500 scholarships to students who will pursue higher education.
Awards
The John Bartram chapter monetarily rewards and honors students with the DAR Good Citizenship Award and DAR Youth Leadership Awards.
Library & Media Center Donations
The John Bartram Chapter, NSDAR helps media centers with financial contributions and books. Below chapter members present checks to schools.
Photos above curtesy of a chapter member.
Patriotism
Honor Flight
Members volunteer for Honor Flights held throughout the year. They act as guardians for veterans transported to Washington D.C. to visit their monuments. Other members participate in the Welcome Home ceremonies held at a local American Legion post.
Wreaths Across America
John Bartram Chapter, NSDAR, participates in the national “Wreaths Across America” held in the middle of December. We place wreaths on veterans’ graves for “Wreaths Across America.”
Flags for Fallen Vets
Our members volunteered to travel to Bushnell National Cemetery to place U.S. Flags on veterans’ graves for Memorial Day. They returned in one week to help remove and pack the Flags for the next year.
Vietnam Veterans Presentations
Vietnam Veterans of America #1036 are recognized as an Honorary Partner of the Vietnam War 50 Year Commemoration. We awarded them with a certificate, pins, and commemorative flag.
Braille Flag
Braille flags allow the veterans to read and say the Pledge of Allegiance.
The chapter presented a braille flag to the veterans’ clinic in The Villages. Many veterans who visit the facility have lost or nearly lost their eyesight.
Then the chapter sponsored a braille flag monument, shown below, at the FL National Cemetery.
Liberty Tree
The John Bartram Chapter, NSDAR, partnered with Puc Puggy Chapter, NSDAR, and The Villages Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution, in the planting of a Liberty Tree at the Eisenhower Recreation Center. The tree is symbolic of the original Liberty Tree in Boston Commons where, during the American Revolutionary War, Patriots met secretly and planned agitation against the British.
Adopt-A-Precinct
John Bartram Chapter, NSDAR, Daughters’ worked at the polls during the elections filling many essential roles.
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John Bartram Chapter, NSDAR, The Villages, Florida 