George Taylor Chapter, NSDAR

08/25/2026

On Sunday, we attended the PSSDAR Northeast District meeting. It was educational, informative, and fun! We have worked hard over the last year and are looking forward to the many opportunities we will have to make a difference in the coming year!

08/14/2026

🎒On August 11, 2026, eight Pennsylvania Daughters from multiple chapters and two C.A.R. (Children of the American Revolution) members participated in the USO's Rucksacks to Backpacks program at Fort Indiantown Gap.
It was such a pleasure to see how excited the children were about selecting a new backpack and filling it up with supplies.
This initiative provides free backpacks and essential school supplies to children of active-duty military, National Guard, and Reserve service members, and we're proud to be a part of it! ❤️🇺🇸💙

08/10/2026

On August 1, members of the George Taylor Chapter and their HODARS (Husbands of DAR) gathered for our annual picnic.
It’s always a pleasure to spend time together outside of our regular meetings, enjoying great conversation, friendship—and, of course, plenty of good food!
An enjoyable time was had by all!
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08/07/2026

💜National Purple Heart Day is observed annually on August 7. It honors the brave men and women who were wounded or killed in combat.
It is observed on the 7th day of August to commemorate the historic day in 1782 when General George Washington, Commander in Chief of the Continental Army, commissioned the first Purple Heart Medal, originally called the Badge of Military Merit.
Our gratitude goes out to all who have earned this distinguished honor through their sacrifice and service to our country. Today, we remember those who gave their lives, recognize those who bear the wounds of war, and honor their courage and devotion.
We thank them, and their families, for the sacrifices they have made in defense of our nation and the freedoms we enjoy.
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07/28/2026

We’ve put together a video featuring our photos from Easton Heritage Day 2026. Take a look and relive some of the sights and moments from this wonderful community celebration!

On July 11, 2026, the George Taylor and Bethlehem, PA Chapters of t...

07/13/2026

A few additional photos from the day.

07/13/2026

On Saturday, July 11, downtown Easton was transported back in time to 1776.

Easton Heritage Day is an annual celebration commemorating July 8, 1776, when the Declaration of Independence was publicly read in three places: Philadelphia, Easton, and Trenton, New Jersey. It is always a meaningful day for us, but marking this occasion during America’s 250th anniversary made it even more special.

We were happy to collaborate with the Bethlehem, PA Chapter NSDAR and to have tables at both the Parsons-Taylor House and in Easton’s Centre Square. Throughout the day, we offered free tours, shared information about the missions of our chapters and the DAR, and invited visitors of all ages to sign our Declaration of Independence.

Among those who signed were Easton Mayor Sal Panto and Vice Mayor Councilman Frank Pintabone, State Rep. Robert Freeman, as well as descendants of Robert Levers, who read the Declaration in Easton in 1776.

We were also honored to have PSSDAR America250 State Chair Beth Watkins and Northeast District Director Alice Keiner in attendance. Special guests were Desiree Brown, 225 Miss Pennsylvania for America Strong and the Keystone Kid accompanied by Danielle Dimarco of America250PA.

A big thank you to George Taylor Chapter America250! Chair Holly Hutchison for coordinating this event and the members of both chapters who pitched in to make it such a success. What a wonderful opportunity to celebrate this historic occasion and represent the DAR!

07/10/2026

Highlights from our reading of the Declaration of Independence on July 8, 2026 in Easton's Circle.
While we read the entire document, only portions of it are included in the video.

On July 8, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was first read pub...

07/10/2026

📜July 8, 1776 was a very special day in Easton's history. On that day, Easton became one of the first three places where the Declaration of Independence was publicly read, alongside Philadelphia and Trenton, New Jersey.

📣This wasn't something we had planned, but several of our chapter members were able to take part in this spur-of-the-moment commemoration to honor this remarkable day in our city's - and our nation's - history. It was a meaningful opportunity to stand where history was made and reflect on the words that helped launch a new nation.

We're currently editing a video of our small but heartfelt event. Stay tuned. 🎥

07/08/2026

Today, July 8, 2026, marked 250 years since the Declaration of Independence was first read aloud to the public — in Philadelphia PA, Easton PA, and Trenton NJ. A moment that ignited a nation began right here in our community. Honoring the courage, conviction, and hope that shaped America’s earliest steps toward freedom.

We are counting down the days until we celebrate patriotism and heritage with our community in Easton, PA! This Saturday JULY 11th, 2026! George Taylor Chapter, NSDAR and Bethlehem, PA Chapter NSDAR will have a tent on History Row with a Giant Scroll Declaration of Independence for all to sign to commemorate what launched our battle for Freedom 250 years ago. Also, stop by the historic Parsons-Taylor House on the corner of Fourth and Ferry for a fun coloring activity and a free House Tour. The house was built by William Parsons in 1757. Parsons was known as the "Father of Easton". Later, when the house became a rental home, Signer of the Declaration of Independence George Taylor lived here.



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