Perrin-Wheaton Daughters of the American Revolution

03/20/2026

An Important Message From Our Regent:

There are a few things coming up this year that I would like to tell you about, the United States of America is 250th year and we are proud to be a part of the celebration.

1) Memorial Day Parade May
25th at 10.00 am
2) June 14th Flag day at the
Flag Day Monument, Batavia,
Illinois
3) July 4th-walking in the
Wheaton parade
4) Reading of the Declaration
of Independence July 8

One more thing I would like to ask, we have an opportunity to place a brick at the Flag Day Monument in Batavia ( https://www.flagdaymonument.com/ ). The cost is $150.00 and we can have 3v lines. The deadline to order is April 1st so please let the chapter know if you are interested soon.

Along the banks of the Fox River in downtown Batavia, Illinois, the Flag Day Monument stands as a profound tribute to the patriotic spirit of America and honors the legacy of Dr. Bernard J. Cigrand, known as the Father of Flag Day. Constructed with private donations under the direction of the Fox Va...

12/10/2025

From our Regent and Corresponding Secretary:

I hope you had a great thanksgiving and were able to join us at Willard's home and meet with our State Regent, Marria Blinn, last weekend.

This Saturday, December 13th at 12:30pm, we will be laying a wreath at a Revolutionary War vet's grave in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery. It is at the corner of Geneva Road and Coventry, on the south side of Geneva Road. Afterwards, we will go to Carol's Garden on Schmale Road in Carol Stream for lunch.

Hope to see you there!

11/13/2025

Please join us at Cantigny on December 4th at 7pm cst. Information below and link to tickets:

https://cantigny.org/christmas-at-cantigny/

Kick off the holiday season by enjoying the lights of Cantigny Park December 4. We’ll meet at the Visitor Centers at 7:00 and proceed through the light displays. Then we can tour the mansion all decked out in Christmas splendor. Finally we’ll share some Christmas cheer in the restaurant. They sell poinsettias of unusual varieties here.

Cost is adults $15.99. Children $10.99
These prices are advance sales. (Tickets purchased in advance cover the entrance fee which is $11.00 )

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11/11/2025

Thank you to all who have served. Today is Veteran's Day.

11/06/2025

https://www.pbs.org/kenburns/the-american-revolution

The American Revolution, a landmark documentary by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, premieres Nov. 16, 2025.

09/30/2025

Dear Chapter Members,

You are warmly invited to attend the Fox Valley Chapter SAR Annual Awards Luncheon and Ceremony on:
Date: Sunday, October 26, 2025
Time: 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Location: Batavia VFW, Batavia, IL
Dress: Cocktail or Uniform
We look forward to honoring individuals who have made outstanding contributions to our community and
chapter. This year’s honorees include:
• DAR Leadership and Partners
• SAR Annual Awards
• Steve Hunter – Good Citizenship Medal, Veteran Recognition
• Mayor Clint Hull (Ret. Chief Judge) – Law Enforcement Commendation Medal
• Former Hampshire Fire Chief Trevor Herrmann – Fire Safety Commendation Medal
Tickets are $20.00 per person plus fees and include lunch.
Reserve your seat today: Eventbrite Ticket Link
Fernando's Street Kitchen will provide a buffet lunch; thank you to Fernando's for supporting our organization
and this event.
We look forward to seeing you for an afternoon of fellowship, recognition, and patriotism.

09/29/2025

We had the pleasure of installing 5 new Chapter Members at our September meeting. Please join us in welcoming them!!

09/11/2025

Patriot Day – September 11th
Today, we pause to honor the lives lost, the heroes who ran toward danger, and the strength of a nation that stood united in the face of tragedy. ❤️🤍💙

May we never forget the sacrifices made, the resilience shown, and the reminder that even in our darkest hours, unity and love shine brightest.

08/19/2025

The countdown is on to the 250th anniversary of the war for independence!
To commemorate the occasion, the Daughters of the American Revolution and the American Battlefield Trust have collaborated to bring a special traveling exhibit, the American Revolution Experience, to towns across our nation.

The innovative pop-up exhibition includes display panels and interactive digital kiosks that use storytelling, illustration, technology and unique artifacts and primary accounts to connect modern audiences with the people and places that shaped the birth of our nation.

The venue will be the DuPage County Historical Museum in Wheaton. The event is open to the public and you are welcome to visit any time the museum is open.

DuPage County Historical Museum Information
102 E. Wesley Street
Wheaton, IL 60187
Museum Phone: 630-510-4941

Museum hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30A-4:30 PM
Saturday & Sunday: 12 – 4 PM

Parking:
Street parking is available on Wesley Street and Main Street.

There are also two public parking garages nearby.

08/08/2025

Attention Perrin-Wheaton Chapter members:

Hope you all have had a good summer, as we are on the downside of summer!

We will be emailing the 2025-2026 dues notice this week so please look for it and let us know if you do not receive it. We have raised the dues to slightly due to the national raising their dues.

The DuPage County Historical Society on Wesley in Wheaton will have the American Experience Traveling Exhibit the last two weeks in August. It is regarding the Revolutionary War. Please keep it in mind and go see it. I think there may be a DAR evening, and I will let you know when it is.

Our first 2025-2026 meeting will be September 22, 2025 at 6:45 for social time and treats and meeting to begin at 7:00 pm at the Wheaton library.

Have a good rest of the summer and see you all in the fall.
Please remember to send in your dues payment as soon as possible.