General Edward Hand Chapter, NSDAR, Ottawa, Kansas
The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR or DAR), founded in 1890 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., is a non-profit, non-political volunteer women’s service organization dedicated to promoting patriotism, preservation of history, and promoting education.
The Daughters of the American Revolution are vibrant, active women who are passionate about community service and honoring and supporting those who serve our nation.
Current Community Projects
Historic Preservation
In 1917, the General Edward Hand Chapter, NSDAR, raised money to install four pillars to beautify the entrance to the cemetery. In 1936, the DAR added plaques to commemorate Jotham Meeker as the first printer in Kansas, and another honoring both members of the Ottawa tribe and missionaries buried in the cemetery. In 2019 General Edward Hand Chapter, NSDAR, again raised money to restore the historic pillars moving them just north of the original site. Members have also taken part in the restoration of other landmarks in the area.
Patriotism and Honoring our Veterans
Members take part in many activities to support our veterans. Here members pose with donations gathered at a meeting to send to Pituffik Space Force Base in Greenland.
We also enjoyed great fun on our float that we shared with Veterans during the Veteran’s Day Parade!
Join General Edward Hand Chapter, NSDAR
If you believe that you have an ancestor who served or provided aid in the American Revolutionary War, send us an email.
We would love to have you be a part of our chapter.
