Ephraim Wheaton Chapter Sons American Revolution

Ephraim Wheaton Chapter Sons American Revolution Promoting patriotism and preserving American history in the Lansing (MI) area. Pvt. The Pvt.

Ephraim Wheaton was a Revolutionary War Patriot, serving as both a soldier and a musician. He enlisted at North Hampton, Hampshire County, Massachusetts, on 14 February 1781 for a term of three years. He reported 28 February 1781 for a period of 10 months and one day, and served as a Fifer with Capt Dean's Company, Col Tupper's (10th) Regiment of the Massachusetts Line. Wheaton was appointed Drumm

er 1 Aug 1781 and served again 1 January 1, 1782 for 12 months with the same regiment as a Fifer. He was with Washington's Army at Cornwallis' surrender at Yorktown in 1781 and was discharged in 1784 at West Point, New York. Ephraim Wheaton Chapter SAR Charter was officially approved by the Michigan Society of Sons of the American Revolution (MISSAR) on 19 October 2019. Our Chapter is centralized in the mid-Michigan/state capital city of Lansing. We wish to welcome people to attend our SAR meetings as we’re very proud of our Patriot, as noted above. Our Compatriots are excited about our upcoming events and many activities that we participate in each year with the Michigan and National Societies of the SAR.

Our America 250th Exhibit at the Ingham County Courthouse is featured in the new SAR Magazine! (Spring 2026, p. 32) Many...
06/03/2026

Our America 250th Exhibit at the Ingham County Courthouse is featured in the new SAR Magazine! (Spring 2026, p. 32) Many thanks to Elijah Shalis for submitting the story.

Welcome to our newest compatriot, Brian O'Neel! Brian was officially sworn in as a member tonight at our chapter meeting...
05/08/2026

Welcome to our newest compatriot, Brian O'Neel! Brian was officially sworn in as a member tonight at our chapter meeting. He is congratulated here by current chapter president John Thurber (right) and past chapter president / current MISSAR state president Bob Craig (left).

Our chapter president, John Thurber, recently awarded the Silver ROTC Medal to Cadet Jonathan Atkinson.
05/04/2026

Our chapter president, John Thurber, recently awarded the Silver ROTC Medal to Cadet Jonathan Atkinson.

John Thurber awarded the Silver ROTC Medal to Cadet Jonathan Atkinson during MSU Air Force ROTC Detachment 380 dining out on April 25, 2026. Congratulations Cadet Atkinson!

More great coverage of yesterday's event.
05/01/2026

More great coverage of yesterday's event.

As the United States of America celebrates its 250th anniversary, the Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution came together in Lansing.

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The Lansing State Journal gave excellent coverage to our wreath-laying ceremony. Lots of outstanding photos as well.
05/01/2026

The Lansing State Journal gave excellent coverage to our wreath-laying ceremony. Lots of outstanding photos as well.

Patriotic groups held a wreath-laying ceremony on April 30 near downtown Lansing commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the U.S.

05/01/2026
We sponsored a beautiful wreath-laying ceremony today at George Washington's statue in Lansing, celebrating the 237th an...
04/30/2026

We sponsored a beautiful wreath-laying ceremony today at George Washington's statue in Lansing, celebrating the 237th anniversary of his inauguration. Many thanks to all who attended!

04/20/2026
Congratulations to Ephraim Wheaton past President Bob Craig (left), who was awarded the Patriot Award today at the 2026 ...
04/11/2026

Congratulations to Ephraim Wheaton past President Bob Craig (left), who was awarded the Patriot Award today at the 2026 MISSAR annual meeting, in recognition of his outstanding service to the Society!

At tonight's chapter meeting, President John Thurber (right) and Registrar Christopher Blunt (left) welcomed our newest ...
02/13/2026

At tonight's chapter meeting, President John Thurber (right) and Registrar Christopher Blunt (left) welcomed our newest Compatriot, Robert Blackshaw!

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925 South Creyts Road
Lansing, MI
48917

Website

https://www.sar.org/

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