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Today, September 27, we honor and remember Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day. Observed the last Sunday of September, ...
09/27/2026

Today, September 27, we honor and remember Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day. Observed the last Sunday of September, this day honors the mothers, fathers, and families of fallen military service members and serves as a reminder of the losses suffered by military families.

Our military families never forget their sons and daughters and this day is an opportunity for the nation to remember alongside them, paying tribute to their sacrifices, and supporting those who remain behind.

On June 23, 1936, a joint congressional resolution designated the last Sunday in September as Gold Star Mother’s Day to be proclaimed annually by each president.  In 2011, President Barack Obama amended the day to “Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day.”

Organizations around the country honor Gold Star families through ceremonies, luncheons, and teas. Service organizations provide opportunities to remember the fallen and their families through volunteer work and remembrance ceremonies take place at military memorial sights and veteran cemeteries.

How will you honor Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day?

Did you know there are different banners families will hang to honor their service member?

American Gold Star Mothers Military Families Magazine DAR of Michigan National Society Daughters of the American Revolution DAR Service to America DAR AMERICA 250!

Established June 29, 2025, the E Pluribus Unum (EPU) committee supports DAR’s mission to perpetuate the legacy of all me...
09/26/2026

Established June 29, 2025, the E Pluribus Unum (EPU) committee supports DAR’s mission to perpetuate the legacy of all men and women who supported the cause of independence by: expanding members’ knowledge about African American and Indigenous Patriots, promoting awareness of the diverse ethnic and geographic origins of American patriots, and sharing this information through meeting minutes, chapter newsletters, and websites.

The 126th DAR of Michigan State Conference in Kalamazoo provided a wonderful opportunity to bring the mission of the E Pluribus Unum Committee to life through a “Patriots of Color” display supported by the State E Pluribus Unum Committee.

The display highlights stories of service, sacrifice, and contributions of Black and Indigenous Patriots who helped secure American independence. It shares the history, mission, and vision of E Pluribus Unum and encourages DAR Daughters to continue researching, recognizing, and sharing the stories of Patriots of Color whose contributions have too often received limited attention in traditional narratives of the American Revolution.

The Detroit Chapter is proud of our Members and Associate Members working hard to share the histories and stories of Black and Indigenous Patriots of the American Revolution. The diversity of patriots of the American Revolution is often overlooked but we hope to illuminate the stories of service, sacrifice, and bravery of Black and Indigenous Patriots.

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Photos by TDC member Karen.

Is “Give Like Dolly Day” and The Detroit Chapter is collecting donations for Birdie’s Bookmobile!Birdie’s Bookmobile is ...
09/25/2026

Is “Give Like Dolly Day” and The Detroit Chapter is collecting donations for Birdie’s Bookmobile!

Birdie’s Bookmobile is a non-profit organization committed to ending book deserts, improving children’s literacy, and increasing book access in Metro Detroit. They make quality, diverse, and culturally relevant books more accessible while increasing the number of books children have in their home libraries through free book distribution. 

Since Birdie’s began in June 2022, they have distributed more than 100,000 new and pre-loved books to children and families in partnership with police precincts, community organizations, and Metro Detroit public and charter schools.

Will you help share the love of reading?

Join us as we honor Dolly Parton’s legendary passion for literacy with a fun twist on her iconic anthem, “9 to 5”! We are raising funds for Birdie’s Bookmobile to support neighborhood literacy access and inspire a lifelong love of reading. Every gift helps to get books in the hands of Detroit children, so step up to the mic, make your contribution, and help us empower Detroit’s readers, one book at a time!

Please visit: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/the-detroit-chapter-9-2-5-fundraiser-honoring-dolly-parton/items

Our initial goal was attained within 24 hours so we have raised the bar!

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Will you help share the love of reading? Join The Detroit Chapter, NSDAR, as we honor Dolly Parton’s legendary passion f...
09/23/2026

Will you help share the love of reading?

Join The Detroit Chapter, NSDAR, as we honor Dolly Parton’s legendary passion for literacy with a fun twist on her iconic anthem, “9 to 5”! We are raising funds for Birdie’s Bookmobile, a local Detroit favorite, dedicated to sharing books with children of the Detroit community. In true Dolly fashion, our goal is to collect 9 donations of $25 to support neighborhood literacy access and inspire a lifelong love of reading. Every gift helps us reach this milestone, so step up to the mic, make your contribution, and help us empower Detroit’s readers, one book at a time!

Birdie’s Bookmobile is a non-profit organization committed to ending book deserts and improving children’s literacy and book access in Metro Detroit. They are making quality, diverse, and culturally relevant books more accessible and increasing the number of books children have in their home libraries through free book distribution. 

Since Birdie’s began in June 2022, they have distributed more than 100,000 new and pre-loved books to children and families in partnership with police precincts, community organizations, and Metro Detroit public and charter schools.

Please visit: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/the-detroit-chapter-9-2-5-fundraiser-honoring-dolly-parton/items

Please help us get the word out by sharing this post!
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Today is a great day in Detroit history!September 23, 1879, the City of Detroit officially purchased Belle Isle, and it ...
09/23/2026

Today is a great day in Detroit history!

September 23, 1879, the City of Detroit officially purchased Belle Isle, and it has become the largest city owned island park in the U.S. It spans 982 acres- almost 200 acres larger than Central Park. This area has a ton of history and unique attractions- be sure to spend some time exploring the aquarium, conservatory, beaches, and unique ecosystems!

Also, in 1958, the famous “Spirit of Detroit” bronze sculpture was formally dedicated in downtown Detroit at the Coleman A. Young Municipal Center. Created by artist Marshall Fredericks, the 26-foot, 20,000-pound green-patinated statue was cast in Oslo, Norway, shipped via a German freighter, and placed on a 60-ton marble base.

Have you taken any photos with this iconic statue? Post a picture below!

Today is the last day of Constitution Week. So here is your last fun fact: by did you know there is a misspelling in the Constitution? “Pensylvania” is misspelled above the signers’ names on the original parchment. Visit Detroit City of Detroit Detroit Historical Society Belle Isle Conservancy Belle Isle Aquarium HistoricDetroit.org Historic Detroit Detroit Historical Society The Spirit of Detroit

The Detroit Chapter was honored last night to present a Constitution Week Proclamation at St. Clair Shores City Hall. R...
09/22/2026

The Detroit Chapter was honored last night to present a Constitution Week Proclamation at St. Clair Shores City Hall. Regent Greta was present to offer remarks regarding the importance of the Constitution and why it is important to highlight the document each year.

Constitution Week is celebrated each year September 17- 23 and is dedicated to learning, sharing, and understanding the Constitution.

Fun fact about the Constitution: A clerk named Jacob Shallus wrote the final document by hand. How much did he earn for his hard work? He was paid $30—worth about $1,027 today.

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09/20/2026

Premiere for the documentary film "The Power of the Newspaper: Detroit in the 1960s."

The Historic St. Matthew’s and St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church, in Detroit, celebrates 180 years of community involvement ...
09/20/2026

The Historic St. Matthew’s and St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church, in Detroit, celebrates 180 years of community involvement and is recognized as one of three churches in Detroit’s pre-Civil War black community that actively aided freedom-seekers.

In 1846, William Lambert and several former members of Second Baptist Church founded St. Matthew’s Mission and later built their first church at the corner of St. Antoine and Congress Streets in 1851.

However, when the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 was enacted, many black Detroiters, and people from the south seeking freedom, fled from Detroit to Canada. This prompted members of St. Matthew’s Mission to help many people escape across the Detroit River to freedom in Canada.

In 2015, the National Park Service added St. Matthew’s to its National Network to Freedom recognizing the vital role in the movement which thrived from the late 18th century through the Civil War. This addition is a testament to the power of unity, courage, and a shared commitment to liberty from the members of the church.

In addition to St. Matthew’s Church, Lambert also founded the Colored Vigilant Committee which he described as “essentially an all-purpose organization to help freedom-seekers get to Canada.”

Regarding the Committee, Lambert also said, “It was all black in membership. They worked with select whites in the city and on the fringes of the city who would filter people to the committee. They did everything from raising funds to feeding (and) clothing people, providing medical care, hiding them in barns on the east side (and) getting them across the river late at night in skiffs hidden under the docks. They even offered legal representation. It was an illegal activity and one that was particularly dangerous after 1850.”

We celebrate the dedication of St. Matthew’s and St. Joseph’s Church and William Lambert to equality and freedom of all people. We must always remember those that fought for freedom and equality as we continue to honor the sacrifices made to help others. Visit Detroit Detroit Free Press Detroit Historical Society City of Detroit Black History Stories Uncovered

Today is the anniversary of the First Battle of Saratoga, September 19, 1777, in New York. General John Burgoyne led the...
09/19/2026

Today is the anniversary of the First Battle of Saratoga, September 19, 1777, in New York.

General John Burgoyne led the British forces and gained control of the field (Freeman’s Farm) but suffered heavy casualties against colonial forces led by Generals Horatio Gates and Benedict Arnold (he was still on our side at this point).

Don’t forget!
It’s Constitution Week!

The Constitution was not displayed until 1924, and for over a century, the Constitution was in the hands of the Department of State. In 1921, it was transferred to the Library of Congress where It was put on display from 1924 until 1954, when it was sent to the National Archives Museum in Washington, D.C.

Learn more about the Constitution this week!

American Revolution Institute National Constitution Center U.S. National Archives American Revolutionary War

09/18/2026

Ashford-Holmes, a Detroit native who went on to international success with Motown’s Martha and the Vandellas, died in Redford on Tuesday, Sept. 15, of natural causes. She was 83.

📸 by Evening Standard, Getty Images

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