Oregon Trail Chapter, NSDAR

06/20/2026

06/19/2026

On June 19, 1865, the last enslaved people in America learned they were free. Though the Civil War had ended months before, the news had not yet reached Galveston, Texas. That day, now commemorated as Juneteenth, became a significant date in American history.

The founding ideals of this nation, liberty, equality, and freedom for all, have always been a promise of progress. Juneteenth represents a turning point in America's journey to fulfill them, and a reminder that the work of each generation is to bring those ideals closer to reality.

DAR honors that history and the countless Americans whose courage and perseverance helped carry this nation toward a more perfect union.

06/14/2026

"We identify the flag with almost everything we hold dear on earth: peace, security, liberty, our family, our friends, our home… but when we look at our flag and behold it emblazoned with all our rights we must remember that it is equally a symbol of our duties. Every glory that we associate with it is the result of duty done."
- Calvin Coolidge

On June 14, 1777, the Second Continental Congress made it official: thirteen stars and thirteen stripes would represent our new nation.

Nearly 250 years later, the Stars and Stripes still fly as one of the most recognized symbols of freedom in the world. For DAR, the flag is more than a symbol. It is a living connection to the patriots who fought for the ideals it represents and a reminder of the values we carry forward every day.

Through flag ceremonies, educational programs, and community events, DAR chapters nationwide work to ensure that the history and meaning behind our flag is never forgotten. On Flag Day and every day, we are proud to honor it.

06/14/2026

On this Flag Day, June 14, 2026, please remember:
"We identify the flag with almost everything we hold dear on earth: peace, security, liberty, our family, our friends, our home. . . but when we look at our flag and behold it emblazoned with all our rights we must remember that it is equally a symbol of our duties. Every glory that we associate with it is the result of duty done."
- Calvin Coolidge

On June 14, 1777, the Second Continental Congress made it official: thirteen stars and thirteen stripes would represent our new nation.

Nearly 250 years later, the Stars and Stripes still fly as one of the most recognized symbols of freedom in the world. For DAR, the flag is more than a symbol. It is a living connection to the patriots who fought for the ideals it represents and a reminder of the values we carry forward every day.

Through flag ceremonies, educational programs, and community events, DAR chapters nationwide work to ensure that the history and meaning behind our flag is never forgotten. On Flag Day and every day, we are proud to honor it.

05/15/2026

https://www.oregonencyclopedia.org/articles/rothko_mark_1903_1970_/

In 1933, at the height of the Great Depression, Mark Rothko and his wife Edith Sachar hitchhiked across the United States from New York City so that he could i…

05/09/2026

What an interesting bit of history! https://www.history.com/articles/mothers-day-peace-movement-origins?cmpid=email-hist-inside-history-onequestion-2026-0508-05082026&om_rid&%7Ecampaign=hist-inside-history-onequestion-2026-0508&fbclid=IwY2xjawRsRLpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeiufthz6GQFj6XDFJD-Kr0itKZqonK2ZgzMkCPbR9VOQ_HeJ1m2j90nRU02o_aem_pqC9MhdUYCK6bqXjra9JFQ

Before Mother’s Day was an established holiday, Ann Reeves Jarvis and Julia Ward Howe urged communities to gather in ...

05/08/2026

Lots of fun community events coming up soon at the Newell Pioneer Village. Check out the calendar and some photos of past events:

View annual events at Newell Pioneer Village throughout the year. Enjoy Living History or book your own event in a beautiful historic setting.

05/08/2026

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! Teachers are the keepers of our future, and the champions of the curious minds who will carry our nation's story forward. This week, we celebrate every educator who inspires a love of history, service, and community in their students.

DAR has long believed that education is one of the most powerful ways to honor our founding legacy. Through scholarships, essay contests, and American history education programs, DAR members across the country work hand in hand with teachers and students to strengthen and support education in classrooms every day.

To every teacher out there, thank you. What you do matters more than words can say.

Find more information about DAR's educational resources here: www.dar.org/outreach/education

03/14/2026

Celebrating some of our amazing women Patriots during Women's History Month:

The strength, persistence, and intelligence of women has been felt throughout the history of the United States. From the brave female Patriots who helped secure our nation’s independence, through the founding of our National Society, to the innovations and events of today, women have always been i...

01/31/2026

We are excited to share that the 2026 DAR Library Restoration Project is nearly underway! Beginning in July 2026, restoration work will commence on our treasured DAR Library. We are all very excited to restore this historic space and to complete the important preservation work. For updates, please follow the DAR Library on Facebook at DAR Library where we will be posting reminders, helpful tips, and progress reports on the project. Please visit www.dar.org/libraryonthemove for more information.