Francois de Lery Chapter, NSDAR, was created on January 31,1970, and has been going strong ever since! The chapter is chartered in Metairie, Louisiana but traditionally has had members from both St. Bernard and Jefferson Parishes, and currently members from the New Orleans metro area. Bernard Parish, we have continued to be involved in the rich history of the area, holding meetings and events at t
he courthouses, Los Islenos Museum and Historic Village, and Jean Lafitte National Park, as well as other sites around the New Orleans area. Members have supported, and continue to support, veterans' causes, Wreaths' Across America, and volunteer services. OUR PATRIOT
Francois Chauvin de Lery Desiletts performed patriotic service in Louisiana during the American Revolution with General Bernardo de Galvez Expedition. Francois de Lery was the ancestor of the chapter's Organizing Regent Bonnie Cook and was prominent in area history. Meetings:
Francois de Lery Chapter conducts business meetings with programs every other month starting in September, with field trips or casual meetings on alternate months.
