St. Charles DAR Chapter celebrates Constitution Week Sept. 17-23
The Elias Kent Kane Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution urges residents to reflect on the United States Constitution during this week’s annual observance in honor of this foundational document of national governance.
The DAR initiated the observance in 1955, when the service organization petitioned the U.S. Congress to dedicate Sept. 17-23 of each year to the commemoration of Constitution Week. Congress adopted the resolution, and on Aug. 2, 1956, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed it into Public Law #915.
The celebration’s goals are threefold: to encourage the study of the historical events that led to the framing of the Constitution in September 1787; to remind the public that the Constitution is the basis of America’s great heritage and the foundation for its way of life; and to emphasize U.S. citizens’ responsibility to protect, defend and preserve the U.S. Constitution.
DAR has been the foremost advocate for the awareness, promotion and celebration of Constitution Week.
The annual observance provides innumerable opportunities for educational initiatives and community outreach, two mission areas of crucial importance to the National Society.
By fostering knowledge of, and appreciation for, the Constitution and the inalienable rights it affords to all Americans, DAR helps to keep alive the memory of the men and women who secured our nation’s foundational liberties.
The Elias Kent Kane Chapter, NSDAR is promoting this celebration in our community by erecting a display at the Batavia Public Library as well as ringing bells to raise awareness of the Constitution’s tenets and importance.
The chapter is one of approximately 3,000 chapters across the country and in several foreign countries. DAR members promote historic preservation, education and patriotism via commemorative events, scholarships and educational initiatives, citizenship programs, service to veterans, meaningful community service, and more. For additional information about the Elias Kent Kane Chapter and DAR, visit www.eliaskentkanedar.org.