The Service to America initiative encourages members to become involved in community service.

Members are challenged to discover the impact they make in their local communities by volunteering for all types of community service.

Among other community efforts, Schuyler Colfax Chapter, NSDAR, collects and donates bedding, clothing, and other necessities to organizations who support those in greatest need.

The American Revolution was one of the most significant conflicts of the 18th century. It not only led to the 13 original colonies gaining independence from Great Britain, but also helped establish democracy and representation as a path for governments around the world.

“The Spirit of 76” became the slogan for the patriotic fervor for Revolution, however, only 70-80% of the population at the time were in support. Ultimately an estimated 60,000 - 80,000 loyalists returned to Britain.

The Revolutionary War lasted from April 19, 1775 to September 3, 1783

The Declaration of Independence was approved by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776

Historic Preservation Project

Among other historic preservation efforts, we had the priviledge of assisting the Old Rugged Cross Church in Dowiagic, Michiagan, achieve historic landmark status.

The U.S. Constitution Is Among the World’s Shortest and Oldest Governing Documents and has been amended 27 times

The First Amendment was introduced by James Madison

The Second Amendment was agreed upon as a compromise

The Third Amendment has never been argued in front of the Supreme Court

The “due process” clause — which guarantees fair treatment under the law — is an integral component of the Fifth Amendment

The Seventh Amendment guarantees the right to a trial by jury in federal civil cases, but only regarding issues where the value exceeds $20

The Eighth Amendment was taken nearly verbatim from the English Bill of Rights of 1689

The Ninth Amendment was put in place to reaffirm that rights shouldn’t be denied solely because they aren’t explicitly stated in the Constitution

The 10th Amendment has been invoked many times with regard to protecting state’s rights, it has never been invoked by an individual citizen in a case against the federal government.

Constitution Week is observed during the week of September 17-23 to commemorate its history, importance, and bring attention to how it still serves the United States today. This celebration was started by the Daughters of the American Revolution and was later adopted by the U.S. Congress and signed into public law on August 2, 1956, by President Dwight D. Eisenhower.

For more information on how you can be involved in Constitution Week, visit the NSDAR website.

A symbol of peace and harmony, Schuyler Colfax Chapter, NSDAR, has planted a maple tree to commemorate our countries upcoming 250th birthday; a milestone only achieved by the sacrifice of the men and women who have served and the many who have given all to protect our freedom.

In 1929 DAR dedicated this building as a memorial to the Constitution. Constitution Hall is the only structure erected in tribute to the Constitution of the United States of America.

National Society Daughters of the American Revolution

Indiana State, Daughters of the American Revolution

DAR Facts

Four women with a common bond of fathers or grandfathers who were Patriots in the American Revolutionary War created DAR with the intent to "perpetuate the memory and spirit of the women and men who achieved American independence"

Over the past 130 years of service, DAR’s commitment to historic preservation, education and patriotic objectives remain contant. Since its founding in 1890, over one million women have joined. Members strive to honor their heritage while being dedicated to maintaining relevance in our contemporary world.

For more information on DAR’s history click on the link below.