Please feel free to contact us if you are interested in attending any of our events!
MONTHLY PROGRAMS
September 13, 2025—First meeting of the season. Program is inventory and memorial remembrance of charter member Betsy Aldrich and longtime, devoted member Kathleen Greene.
October 11, 2025—Program is the Constitution. Speaker will be attorney Brian Chilton. Mr. Chilton will be speaking about how the Constitution and its Framers envisioned the separation of powers.
November 8, 2025—Program is Service to Veterans. The Helen and Murray Canine Companions will have a presentation by CC Puppy Raisers, a Veteran and a brief history of the Property from the 1700’s.
December 13, 2025—Christmas luncheon for members only.
January 10, 2026—Program is American Indians. Speaker Andrew Foster, Pamunkey Museum Director, will be speaking to us about the Pamunkey museum and their heritage and history.
February 14, 2026—Program is American History. Speaker will be Andrew Packett, portraying George Washington.
February 21, 2026—George Washington’s Birthday Luncheon.
March 14, 2026—Program is Biblical Storytelling. Speaker will be Penelope Ferguson, telling us the biblical story leading up to the crucifixion of Christ.
April 11, 2026—Annual field trip.
May 9, 2026—Program is American Heritage/History.
June 13, 2026—End of year picnic.
ANNUAL EVENTS
Daffodil Festival—Our chapter enjoys participating in the annual Daffodil Festival in Gloucester, VA, early in the spring, where members volunteer to hand out literature and answer any questions people may have about the DAR.
Flag Day, June 14—Celebrate to honor the United States flag and to commemorate the flag’s adoption. On the same day, the United States Army celebrates its birthday.
Constitution Week, September 17 – 23. The 17th is Constitution Day—This is the commemoration of America’s most important document. Constitution Day was signed into law by President Dwight D. Eisenhower on August 2, 1956.
*Emphasizes citizen’s responsibilities for protecting and defending the Constitution. *To inform people that the Constitution is the basis for America’s great heritage and foundation for our way of life. *To encourage the study of the historical events which led to the framing of the Constitution in September 1787.
Yorktown Day, October 19—Members are encouraged to participate in this historic commemoration and wreath-laying ceremony during the Yorktown Day celebration.
Please feel free to contact us if you are interested in attending any of our events!
MONTHLY PROGRAMS
September 14, 2024—First meeting of the season. Program is American History. Speaker will be Steven Wilson, Executive Director of St. John’s Church Foundation in Richmond, Virginia, who will present the history of St. John’s Church and the events which led up to Patrick Henry’s famous “Give me liberty or give me death!” speech.
October 12, 2024—Program is Service for Veterans. The speakers will be the members of the American Legion Post 75, Gloucester. They will talk about their members and activities in which they participate on the local and national level as well as partnership opportunities with the DAR.
November 9, 2024—Program is American Indians. Speaker will be Thane Harpole, Co-Director of the Fairfield Foundation, to speak about the preliminary studies of the Werowocomoco historic site prior to becoming a State Park.
December 14, 2024—Christmas luncheon for members only.
January 11, 2025—Program is Chapter Meeting Education. Speaker will be Edwin “Ted” Wilmot, Gloucester County Attorney to speak about Parliamentary procedures to follow during business meetings.
February 8, 2025—Program is American Heritage. Speakers will be Marilyn Iglesias and Kimberly Forsulund to present their Costumes and Customs of an Earlier America program, telling the story of the Underside of History – 300 Years of Underwear!
February 22, 2025—George Washington’s Birthday Luncheon.
March 8, 2025—Program is Historic Preservation. Speaker will be Tom Karow, President of the Fairfield Foundation who will present on women silversmiths of the 18th century London as well as the activities of the Fairfield Foundation.
April 12, 2025—Annual field trip.
May 10, 2025—Program is Installation of Officers. Special keynote speaker, topic: Be Kind, Be Positive, Be Courageous.”
June 14, 2024—End of year picnic.
ANNUAL EVENTS
Daffodil Festival—Our chapter enjoys participating in the annual Daffodil Festival in Gloucester, VA, early in the spring, where members volunteer to hand out literature and answer any questions people may have about the DAR.
Flag Day, June 14—Celebrate to honor the United States flag and to commemorate the flag’s adoption. On the same day, the United States Army celebrates its birthday.
Constitution Week, September 16 – 22. The 17th is Constitution Day—This is the commemoration of America’s most important document. Constitution Day was signed into law by President Dwight D. Eisenhower on August 2, 1956.
*Emphasizes citizen’s responsibilities for protecting and defending the Constitution. *To inform people that the Constitution is the basis for America’s great heritage and foundation for our way of life. *To encourage the study of the historical events which led to the framing of the Constitution in September 1787.
Yorktown Day, October 19—Members are encouraged to participate in this historic commemoration and wreath-laying ceremony during the Yorktown Day celebration.
Please feel free to contact us if you are interested in attending any of our events!
MONTHLY PROGRAMS
September 9, 2023—First meeting of the season. Program is American Indians, guest will be speaker Diane Garrison to speak about Mattaponi Healing Eagle Clinic.
October 14, 2023—Program is American History and DAR member to be interviewed about history of Gloucester County.
November 11, 2023—Program is Service for Veterans, guest speaker will be Lewis “Bucky” Burrus to speak about his service in the military as well as Gloucester history.
December 9, 2023—Christmas luncheon for members only.
January 13, 2024—Program is American History, guest speaker will be Phillip Drummond and Beth Richardson.
February 10, 2024—Program is Conservation, guest speaker will be Davis Rhodes to speak about Dragon Run, history and conservation.
February 17, 2024—George Washington’s Birthday Luncheon.
March 9, 2024—Program is American History, guest speaker will be Philip Page to speak about Governor John Page, 13th Governor of Virginia.
April 13, 2024—Annual field trip, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church and Hollywood Cemetery, Richmond VA.
May 18, 2024—Program is American History, guest speaker will be Robert Kelly to speak about the founding and history of the Gloucester Museum and plans for America 250!.
June 8, 2024—End of year picnic.
ANNUAL EVENTS
Daffodil Festival—Our chapter enjoys participating in the annual Daffodil Festival in Gloucester, VA, early in the spring, where members volunteer to hand out literature and answer any questions people may have about the DAR.
Flag Day, June 14—Celebrate to honor the United States flag and to commemorate the flag’s adoption. On the same day, the United States Army celebrates its birthday.
Constitution Week, September 17 – 23. The 17th is Constitution Day—This is the commemoration of America’s most important document. Constitution Day was signed into law by President Dwight D. Eisenhower on August 2, 1956.
*Emphasizes citizen’s responsibilities for protecting and defending the Constitution. *To inform people that the Constitution is the basis for America’s great heritage and foundation for our way of life. *To encourage the study of the historical events which led to the framing of the Constitution in September 1787.
Yorktown Day, October 19—Members are encouraged to participate in this historic commemoration and wreath-laying ceremony during the Yorktown Day celebration.
Abingdon Episcopal Church Christmas Ornament – $25 contact us
Abingdon Episcopal Church was founded approximately 1650. The present church was completed in 1755, serving the spiritual needs of Revolutionary patriots and the new United States. This unique ornament was specially commissioned by the Augustine Warner Chapter and comes in a black velvet lined box. Proceeds support the work of the Augustine Warner Chapter NSDAR and help preserve Abingdon Episcopal Church.
Please feel free to contact us if you are interested in attending any of our events!
MONTHLY PROGRAMS
September 10, 2022—First meeting of the season. Program will be our regular meeting to discuss goals we would like to achieve.
October 8, 2022—Junior American Citizens, JROTC. Chapter members will present information given by the Williamsburg Chapter about their JAC program.
October 16, 2022—Hosting Abingdon Episcopal Church lecture series. Dr. Buck Woodard to speak on the religious and spiritual practices of Indigenous peoples and how they and the Church of England would have interacted.
November 12, 2022—70th Anniversary Celebration.
December 10, 2021—Christmas luncheon for members only.
January 14, 2023—Insignia. National Vice–Chair of Insignia Committee will speak about DAR insignia and all about pins!
February 11, 2023—Library Outreach. State Librarian to speak about ways to promote our local library.
February 18, 2023—George Washington’s Birthday Luncheon.
March 11, 2023—Grant Writing. Regent of Cobbs Hall Chapter to present a program about writing grants.
April 8, 2023—Annual field trip, DAR Museum, Library and Constitution Hall.
May 13, 2023—Chapter Development and Revitalization. Virginia State Organizing Secretary, Americanism Nation Vice–Chair to speak.
June 10, 2023—End of year picnic.
ANNUAL EVENTS
Daffodil Festival—Our chapter enjoys participating in the annual Daffodil Festival in Gloucester, VA, early in the spring, where members volunteer to hand out literature and answer any questions people may have about the DAR.
Flag Day, June 14—Celebrate to honor the United States flag and to commemorate the flag’s adoption. On the same day, the United States Army celebrates its birthday.
Constitution Week, September 17 – 23. The 17th is Constitution Day—This is the commemoration of America’s most important document. Constitution Day was signed into law by President Dwight D. Eisenhower on August 2, 1956.
*Emphasizes citizen’s responsibilities for protecting and defending the Constitution. *To inform people that the Constitution is the basis for America’s great heritage and foundation for our way of life. *To encourage the study of the historical events which led to the framing of the Constitution in September 1787.
Yorktown Day, October 19—Members are encouraged to participate in this historic commemoration and wreath-laying ceremony during the Yorktown Day celebration.
Abingdon Episcopal Church Christmas Ornament – $25 contact us
Abingdon Episcopal Church was founded approximately 1650. The present church was completed in 1755, serving the spiritual needs of Revolutionary patriots and the new United States. This unique ornament was specially commissioned by the Augustine Warner Chapter and comes in a black velvet lined box. Proceeds support the work of the Augustine Warner Chapter NSDAR and help preserve Abingdon Episcopal Church.
Beautiful tables are laid and delicious refreshments are prepared for the guests attending the Abingdon Episcopal Church lecture Church of England & the Spirituality of Indigenous People by Dr. Buck Woodard, American University. The Augustine Warner Chapter was honored to host with refreshments for this first lecture in a series celebrating the 375th anniversary of Abingdon Episcopal.
Augustine Warner Chapter celebrates our 70th anniversary. The chapter was founded November 7th 1952.
We have the extreme privilege of having with us founding member Betsy Aldrich. She received her 70th anniversary pin at our celebration!
Here’s to another 70 years!!
State Regent (outgoing) LeAnn Turbyfill and Madame Regent Alison Johnston pin the DAR 70th anniversary pin on Betsy Aldrich’s ribbon. Thank you for your 70 years of service in the DAR Betsy!!
The Sons of the American Revolution, Richard Henry Lee Chapter, came to join in our joy.
Good friends are the best company!Chef and Chapter member Whitney Matthews created a very special feast, topped off with a pink champaign 70th Anniversary cake. Thank you Whitney!
Joshua Cruz wins the 2023 Good Citizen Award. Congratulations Joshua!
Please feel free to contact us if you are interested in attending any of our events!
MONTHLY PROGRAMS
September 11, 2021—First meeting of the season. Program will be our regular meeting to discuss goals we would like to achieve.
October 9, 2021—Presentation on the natural area called the Dismal Swamp.
November 13, 2021—DAR Service for Veterans. Veteran Recognition – we will be assembling wreaths to lay on Patriot graves at Abingdon Church. Bring any natural items you feel are appropriate. The wreaths must be of all decomposable materials. We will also collect toiletries and sundry items to deliver to Veterans at the Walter Reed Convalescent Center in Gloucester.
December 11, 2021—Christmas luncheon for members only.
January 8, 2022—Annual business and planning to complete the Chapter Master Report, present committee reports to update members on committee activity. Planning session for membership efforts, fundraising activities and events.
February 12, 2022—Service to America. Presenter will share her experiences and information about Operation Smile.
February 19, 2022—George Washington’s Birthday Luncheon.
March 12, 2022—American History. The Interim-Chair W3R-VA of The Virginia Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route Association to give a presentation about their organization and the history behind it.
April 9, 2022—Annual field trip, TBD.
May 14, 2022—Colonial Foods. Presentation about colonial era foods by Winona Pearson.
June 11, 2022—End of year picnic.
ANNUAL EVENTS
Daffodil Festival—Our chapter enjoys participating in the annual Daffodil Festival in Gloucester, VA, early in the spring, where members volunteer to hand out literature and answer any questions people may have about the DAR.
Flag Day, June 14—Celebrate to honor the United States flag and to commemorate the flag’s adoption. On the same day, the United States Army celebrates its birthday.
Constitution Week, September 17 – 23. The 17th is Constitution Day—This is the commemoration of America’s most important document. Constitution Day was signed into law by President Dwight D. Eisenhower on August 2, 1956.
*Emphasizes citizen’s responsibilities for protecting and defending the Constitution. *To inform people that the Constitution is the basis for America’s great heritage and foundation for our way of life. *To encourage the study of the historical events which led to the framing of the Constitution in September 1787.
Yorktown Day, October 19—Members are encouraged to participate in this historic commemoration and wreath-laying ceremony during the Yorktown Day celebration.
Abingdon Episcopal Church Christmas Ornament – $25 contact us
Abingdon Episcopal Church was founded approximately 1650. The present church was completed in 1755, serving the spiritual needs of Revolutionary patriots and the new United States. This unique ornament was specially commissioned by the Augustine Warner Chapter and comes in a black velvet lined box. Proceeds support the work of the Augustine Warner Chapter NSDAR and help preserve Abingdon Episcopal Church.
Photo provided by Della Garrett.
In celebration of Constitution Week, intrepid members Jennifer Matthews and Della Garrett set up a display about the Constitution and its history.
Marker installation ceremony honoring Revolutionary War Patriots at Preston’s Smithfield on the campus of Virginia Tech. Photo by Della Garrett.
Intrepid chapter member Della Garrett by the new marker honoring Revolutionary War Patriots at Preston’s Smithfield on the campus of Virginia Tech. Photo provided by Della Garrett.
A holly jolly Christmas party at York River Oyster Company!!
Augustine Warner Chapter presents our 2021 Good Citizen’s Award to Alexa Mann. Congratulations Alexa!
The Augustine Warner Chapter’s design, created by member Wendy Calder, was selected to represent the state of Virginia in the America 250! quilt project by the American Heritage Committee. The Augustine Warner Chapter will be sewing the quilt block with embroidered names of Virginian women patriots. The design is a “Virginia Star,” contemporarily used in the Revolutionary period. The names are of Virginian women patriots who served their country: 1. Anna Maria Lane, who was showcased in the March/April 2022 American Spirit magazine. She was a Virginia Revolutionary soldier who fought battles in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. She was granted a veteran’s pension in 1808. 2. Martha Custis Washington, wife of George Washington and inaugural first lady. Martha was a quilter, also sewing socks and supplies. There are 3 quilts known to have been created by Martha Washington. 3. Catherine Blaikley, a midwife who delivered 3000 babies, both white and black, in Williamsburg, Virginia during the Colonial period. 4. Christiana Campbell, who owned a tavern in Williamsburg, Virginia during the Colonial period. Colonial leaders met in her tavern to discuss American Independence. 5. Mary Ball Washington, George Washington’s mother, who raised 5 children as a widow. At her death, she bequeathed a blue and white quilt to George Washington. 6. Anne Jones, a free black woman who worked as a laundress in Williamsburg, Virginia during the Colonial period. 7. Jane Vobe, who operated taverns in Williamsburg, Virginia during the Colonial period. George Washington and Thomas Jefferson met in her tavern.
Chapter Regent Alison Johnston and member Olivia Tautkus attend the 131st Continental Congress in Washington DC. Both were excited to attend. Olivia Tautkus accepted a certificate for winning Second Place in the American Heritage Art & Sculpture Contest, Category Oils.
Our chapter had a wonderful time of fellowship, connecting with friends and learning about the many programs we can participate in for the upcoming year to joyfully spread patriotism and service to our country.
Chapter Regent Alison Johnston has the new Augustine Warner Chapter pin affixed to her ribbon by District II Treasurer Cheryl DeVine-Holick.
Augustine Warner Chapter NSDAR 