Colonel Fielding Lewis Chapter - Virginia Society - SAR

04/06/2026

Upcoming Virtual Workshop: NSSAR SMART Tracker Form
Monday, April 13, 2026 • 7:00–8:00 PM (Zoom)
Compatriot Jim Engler will be presenting the new NSSAR SMART tracker that is replacing the Americanism Report. The new tracker also combines several other reporting forms such as the Stark Report, Public Service and others into a single workbook. Learn about how this new reporting tool will be used and how your chapter can get the most out if it.

A Zoom link is provided in the VirginiaSAR.org > Calendar. (Login required!)
If you serve in a chapter leadership or administrative role, we strongly encourage you to attend.

04/06/2026

In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, the National Society Sons of the American Revolution will offer a special reduced registration fee for New Member and Jr. Member applications during the month of July 2026.

04/02/2026

04/02/2026

Moonbound.

The Artemis II mission lifted off from NASA's Kennedy Space Center's Launch Complex 39B today at 6:35 p.m. EDT (2235 UTC).

Main engine cutoff of the SLS (Space Launch System) core stage is complete, and the core stage has successfully separated from the interim cryogenic propulsion stage and the Orion spacecraft. This marks the end of the first major propulsion phase of the Artemis II mission and the transition to upper‑stage operations.

04/01/2026

TOMORROW! Join us as we explore Fredericksburg’s most historic 18th-century sites, including the Mary Washington House, Hugh Mercer Apothecary, and the Rising Sun Tavern. Our speakers will share their expertise on what Fredericksburg looked like in the years before the American Revolution.

This lively conversation features Associate Professor Michael Spencer from the University of Mary Washington’s Historic Preservation Department and Danae Peckler, Preservationist & Architectural Historian with the Historic Fredericksburg Foundation, Inc.

Program is made possible by our sponsor, Lewis Insurance Associates. It is presented in partnership with the Central Rappahannock Regional Library and Washington Heritage Museums.

04/01/2026

03/27/2026

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03/23/2026

We think some introductions are in order…

As many of our followers may already know, back in December, our illustrious leader, Anne Darron, announced her decision to retire in May of this year. Following her announcement, the Board sprang into action, kicking off a thorough, multi-stage recruitment process to identify candidates who could fill Anne’s shoes and help bring WHM into an exciting new era.

We are proud to announce that we have found our new leader in Michelle Rose.

Michelle is a historic preservation expert with decades of experience, a passion for colonial history, and deep ties to the Fredericksburg region. Her past experience includes working with the National Trust for Historic Preservation and the Historic Pleasant Grove Church & Museum. She even teaches historic preservation law at the Department of Historic Preservation at Mary Washington as an adjunct professor!

Please join us in welcoming Michelle Rose as the new executive director of Washington Heritage Museums!

For additional information about Michelle and the upcoming transition, read our official announcement here: https://bit.ly/4d42UQD

03/09/2026

Special thanks to all of the amazing speakers who participated in our Patriot Legacy Series in honor of Hugh Mercer's 300th birthday celebration: Mark Maloy, Charles McDaniel, Dr. Will B. Mackintosh and Rudy Lane.

Even though we were delayed by the winter weather in January, this past Saturday Rudy Lane captivated us with his presentation and dramatical performance. As a middle-school drama educator, Rudy showcased his talents while portraying multiple characters in an incident that occurred in Williamsburg in April, 1775.

The historical narrative revolves around Lord Dunmore, the Royal Governor of Virginia at that time, who ordered the removal of gunpowder from the public magazine in Williamsburg, triggering outrage across Virginia.

In response, militias and independent companies from the Rappahannock region assembled in Fredericksburg. Hugh Mercer, along with other local leaders like George Weedon, helped organize a force of approximately 600 armed men. At the same time, Patrick Henry led the militia from Hanover County toward Williamsburg to force payment for the gunpowder.

Ultimately, the immediate armed confrontation was de-fused when a compromise for payment was reached. The incident solidified Mercer’s role as a leader of the Virginia forces, leading to his appointment as Colonel of the 3rd Virginia Regiment shortly after.

Rudy Lane's portrayal of this historical episode not only brought the past to life but also paid tribute to the enduring influence of Hugh Mercer. Thank you!