Fort Graham Chapter, NSDAR - Whitney TX

05/29/2026

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👔 “Suitable: The Sartorial Revolution and the Fashioning of Modern Men” with Chloe Chapin

The American Revolution didn’t just happen through documents and declarations — it also evolved on the backs of men. Before 1776, elite colonists dressed to emulate European aristocracy: colorful silks, gold lace, jeweled buckles. As revolutionary fervor grew, men like Washington, Jefferson, and Franklin deliberately traded opulence for plain, dark wool. Chapin traces how this shift from “peacocks to penguins” was a deeply political act — and how the modern suit was born out of rebellion as a material translation of the Declaration of Independence.

🎓 Chloe Chapin is a historian and costume designer with a Ph.D. in American Studies from Harvard. A former Broadway costumer and Fulbright Scholar, she has held research fellowships at the Smithsonian, Mount Vernon, Monticello, and the American Antiquarian Society.

📅 Tuesday, June 9 | 12:00 PM ET | Virtual
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05/20/2026

05/17/2026

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As we approach Memorial Day - do you know the difference?

05/01/2026

Did you know there’s a whole month set aside to celebrate the places that carry our stories?

National Preservation Month is all about buildings, parks, streets, and even signs that have stood quietly through decades of change. These spots help us remember where we came from.

Think of old theaters, weathered homes, or worn train stations. They hold the spirit of a time long gone, but still alive in the walls and walkways. Each one has a story tucked inside, waiting for someone curious enough to notice.

This month invites people to look closer at the places they pass every day. It’s a chance to see value in cracked bricks, faded paint, and creaky floors.

These places aren’t just old—they matter. Keeping them around helps us feel rooted. It also lets younger generations step into the past without needing a textbook. When we protect what’s left of yesterday, we give tomorrow something solid to hold onto.

https://www.daysoftheyear.com/days/national-preservation-month/

04/13/2026

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🇺🇸🎂 Celebrating the Birthday of Thomas Jefferson — April 13, 1743
On this day we honor Thomas Jefferson! He served as a delegate from Virginia to the Continental Congress, where he became the primary author of the Declaration of Independence. Jefferson served as the first U.S. Secretary of State under George Washington, and later as the 3rd President of the United States!
🎧 Want to learn more about Jefferson’s life, legacy, and ideas? Watch or listen to our latest Constitutional Chats episode live tomorrow at 2PM Eastern: https://us.constitutingamerica.org/Apr_14

04/11/2026

Join us for a "Celebration of Books!" April 17th at either the Lake Whitney Library or the Hillsboro Library or both. See you there!