At the Wilmington Ladies Tea Walk Chapter, DAR, community service has always held a special place in our hearts. This year, we’re excited to continue our partnership with NourishNC, an organization dedicated to combating food insecurity among school-age children in our community.

To support this mission, we are rolling up our sleeves and creating snack packs that will make a real difference in the lives of local students.

Our goal is to fill these snack packs with wholesome, kid-friendly snacks that will help bridge the gap when children are away from school.

Here’s how you can get involved: Join us at our upcoming meeting, October 5th at 6:30pm at St. James Parish, where we’ll be assembling these snack packs with love and care. Your hands-on help and enthusiasm will go a long way in ensuring the success of this project. We welcome all members, both new and longstanding, to come together and make a tangible impact on the lives of these children.

Buckle up your bonnets because we’re embarking on a thrilling historical adventure! This November 4th, the Wilmington Ladies Tea Walk Chapter, DAR, is trading our regular meeting for a unique outing to Tryon Palace in New Bern, North Carolina.

Tryon Palace, often dubbed the “Crown Jewel of North Carolina’s Historic Sites,” is a living testament to our nation’s rich history. Nestled along the picturesque shores of the Trent River, it serves as a time machine, whisking us back to the days of colonial America.

As we step through the palace’s regal gates, we’ll immerse ourselves in the elegance and grandeur of the past. From the meticulously restored rooms with period furnishings to the lush gardens that breathe life into history, every corner of Tryon Palace tells a story. And as a bonus, we’ll be learning abot 18th century cooking techniques!

So mark your calendars for Saturday, November 4th, and prepare to be transported through time at Tryon Palace. We encourage all members to join us for this special outing, as we temporarily trade our traditional meeting for an unforgettable day of history and camaraderie. Stay tuned for more details, and let’s make this journey to Tryon Palace a memorable chapter in our own history.

Get ready to celebrate the season in a whole new way! This year’s Annual Christmas Tea promises to be extra special as we mark our 15th Chapter anniversary. On December 9th, we’re breaking tradition and embracing something different, something exciting. Stay tuned for the big reveal of this year’s festivities, and be prepared to be pleasantly surprised. It’s a holiday event you won’t want to miss!

Keep up to date with your officer and committee roles and goals!  Below are some of the classes, workshops, blogs, and webinars to assist in learning more about our DAR organizations and positions.

The Registrar General’s Department is pleased to share some new resources that may be useful to members as they are completing membership Applications or working on other genealogy projects.

The American Heritage Committee seeks to celebrate our rich cultural traditions in the arts and crafts, as well as music, literature and drama. While the committee began in 1963, it traces its roots to our first President General, Caroline Scott Harrison. Mrs. Harrison enjoyed painting and often painted orchids and other flowers. As part of the DAR centennial celebration in 1990, a set of four hand painted fine porcelain mugs in 12kt gold were created as a tribute to Mrs. Harrison.