The local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution is already making preparations to mark the nation’s 250th birthday next July with a series of special events and commemorations.
Carolyn Traum, who spoke at the Princeton Rotary Club last week, explained that the Daughters of the American Revolution are committed to patriotism, education, and historic preservation, and were among the organizations involved when a national committee was formed in 2016 to begin planning for the nation’s 250th celebration.
click to download audioTraum also described how the 200th birthday on July 4, 1976 was celebrated locally before shifting her focus to plans for next year’s 250th birthday. She noted that this past April, individuals and businesses joined the “Two Lights” national commemoration of Paul Revere’s ride.
She shared that the local DAR Chapter has requested “The American Revolution Experience,” a traveling exhibit from the American Battlefield Trust, that would be displayed at the Princeton Art Guild.
They are also planning a luncheon at the Adsmore Museum, where the DAR will honor real daughters of patriots—women whose fathers were patriots buried in Caldwell County.
click to download audioAccording to Traum, Caldwell County is the final resting place of 54 Revolutionary War soldiers.
She also provided details for those interested in joining the DAR, noting that membership requires a birth certificate showing your parents’ names.
click to download audioTraum emphasized that the DAR’s main goal is to connect the past, present, and future, and she encouraged organizations to find ways to get involved in the celebrations for the nation’s 250th birthday next year.
She also mentioned that the local DAR is raising funds to help pay for new buntings at the Caldwell County Courthouse and invited anyone interested to contribute.
To listen to Traum’s full presentation to the Princeton Rotary Club, click on the audio link below:
