House of Burgesses Chapter of the National Society of Colonial
Dames 17th Century marked its 50th anniversary with a celebration of 1967. A
program about the Chapter founder, Nancy Estes, was enjoyed. Dames wore pillbox
hats and time period clothing. A hippie attended and passed out peace, love,
and flowers. Dames answered questions pertaining to the accomplishments of the
chapter for the past 50 years: over 300 Ancestors from the 1600s have been
recorded; 5 historical places, and several grave sites have been marked; members
have served on the State and National level in the organization and participate
in local community historical events.
The Colonial Dames have contributed historical books to the National
library and serve as volunteer genealogists for the National Society.
One of their many fund raisers is for
Veterans, particularly McGuire Hospital in Richmond.
(Submitted by Ella Mabie.)
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| Changing of the Guard |
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| New President and Vice President |
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| Smart Pillboxes |
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| New Officers |
House of Burgesses Chapter of the National Society of Colonial
Dames 17th Century marked its 50th anniversary with a celebration of 1967. A
program about the Chapter founder, Nancy Estes, was enjoyed. Dames wore pillbox
hats and time period clothing. A hippie attended and passed out peace, love,
and flowers. Dames answered questions pertaining to the accomplishments of the
chapter for the past 50 years: over 300 Ancestors from the 1600s have been
recorded; 5 historical places, and several grave sites have been marked; members
have served on the State and National level in the organization and participate
in local community historical events.
The Colonial Dames have contributed historical books to the National
library and serve as volunteer genealogists for the National Society. One of their many fund raisers is for
Veterans, particularly McGuire Hospital in Richmond. (Submitted by Ella Mabie.)
