Pennsylvania Colonial Dames of the 17th Century

Pennsylvania Colonial Dames of the 17th Century This is a informational Page about the activities of Pennsylvania Colonial Dames of the 17th Century. Paul Bennett,
Organizing President. Mrs.

Beaver Town Chapter was organized in March 1980 under the efforts of Mrs. Bennett chose the chapter name to honor her home of Beaver, PA. Beaver is the English translation of the Delaware Indian word, Amockwi. The Delaware lived in this area of
Pennsylvania at one time. Beaver Town Chapter is located in southwestern Pennsylvania. John Hand Chapter was organized in November 1976. Organizing member

s chose the name John Hand
to honor the ancestor of their Organizing President, Dorothy Hand. John Hand settled at Lynn, MA IN 1635. He was one of nine men who founded East Hampton, Long Island, NY in 1648 when they
purchased land from the Indians. John Hand Chapter is located in the northeast corner of the state. Penn's Grant Chapter was organized in October 1973. The chapter's name originated from William Penn, the Founder of Pennsylvania. The chapter is centered in the southeast corner of the state,
where much of Pennsylvania's early history was concentrated. Three Rivers Chapter was the first Pennsylvania chapter and was organized in April 1961 by a group of Pittsburgh women. Three Rivers name refers to the Allegheny, Monongahela and Ohio rivers that surround the Pittsburgh area in the southwest corner of the state.

It was my honor to report on the State Society’s activities at our National Conference in Georgetown. Imagine my surpris...
04/23/2026

It was my honor to report on the State Society’s activities at our National Conference in Georgetown. Imagine my surprise when I opened the program to show you all MY appreciation for YOUR hard work and kindness, to find a dedication to me! Thank you so much, Three Rivers, I can’t tell you how much I appreciate it!

I am so very saddened to report the loss of Mary Jane Matson, member of Penn’s Grant Chapter. Please join me in sending ...
04/20/2026

I am so very saddened to report the loss of Mary Jane Matson, member of Penn’s Grant Chapter. Please join me in sending comforting thoughts to her family, friends, and chapter.

Her obituary, which mentions her extensive lineage society service, may be found here:

Mary Jane Matson of Valley Forge, age 97, passed away on April 17, 2026. The second of Albert and Mary Jane West Liggetts six children, Mary Jane was born on Sep. 27, 1928 in the small river town of Ripley, Ohio. She started working as a bookkeeper at a young

04/12/2026

It is with a heavy heart that I report news from Beaver Town Chapter President Betsy Connor:

Elsie Standley, age 97, member of the Beaver Town Chapter, Colonial Dames 17th Century passed on April 4, 2026. Elsie's Colonial Dames details are:

Elsie Standley, member and previous officer, join date 02 June 1983, in the Beaver Town Chapter.

Her calling hours will be this Sunday, April 12, 2026 and the Funeral will be Monday April 13, at Noll Funeral Parlor, Beaver PA.

We wish her family, friends, and chapter comfort and peace in their memories of Elsie.

In memory of Nan Warren
03/19/2026

In memory of Nan Warren

View Nancy "Nan" Fahnline Warren's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

John Harris Chapter meetings
03/17/2026

John Harris Chapter meetings

Three Rivers Chapter is pleased to introduce new member Connie White as inducted today by Chaplain/Registrar Heather McG...
02/17/2026

Three Rivers Chapter is pleased to introduce new member Connie White as inducted today by Chaplain/Registrar Heather McGowen with Chapter President Cynthia Sweeney.

As a reminder the members of the Pennsylvania Colonial Dames XVII Century are invited to the luncheon for the PA State S...
02/14/2026

As a reminder the members of the Pennsylvania Colonial Dames XVII Century are invited to the luncheon for the PA State Society Daughters of 1812 proceeding our Annual Meeting. Register by February 27, 2026.

Remember to register for the Stare meeting. Reservations due 2/25/2026.
02/14/2026

Remember to register for the Stare meeting. Reservations due 2/25/2026.

Join the John Harris Chapter meeting. Brief meeting followed by wine tasting at this great historic locations. The site...
02/14/2026

Join the John Harris Chapter meeting. Brief meeting followed by wine tasting at this great historic locations.

The site is known as the Historic Ridgewood Farmstead, with the oldest sections of the home dating back to the early 1700s.

Thrilled to represent the State Society at today’s Pennsylvania250! Bells Across Pennsylvania Susquehanna County Bell un...
12/06/2025

Thrilled to represent the State Society at today’s Pennsylvania250! Bells Across Pennsylvania Susquehanna County Bell unveiling ceremony. The bells are being placed in all 67 counties across the commonwealth. I was lucky to be joined in the cold by Michele Dembesky and Mary Ann Cunningham.

Wishing you and yours a beautiful and blessed Thanksgiving!
11/25/2025

Wishing you and yours a beautiful and blessed Thanksgiving!

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