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On January 6, 2025, Lucinda Sanders and Liz Howell, along with five members of the Mission Trail Chapter, were honored to assist with the Naturalization Ceremony held at Kansas City Community College. Although the traditional DAR cookies and punch were missed by all, the ladies of the DAR were proud to support the event by setting out welcome packets on each chair and distributing programs and American flags to guests. After the ceremony, they handed out flag code booklets an

On December 6, 2025, members of the Olathe Chapter gathered for our annual December meeting, celebrating the season with fellowship and a festive cookie exchange. In the spirit of giving, members also took time to express their gratitude to local veterans. To show our appreciation, the chapter assembled 40 holiday stockings filled with candy, protein bars, small fidget toys, drink mixes, beef sticks, candy canes, and other delightful items. These stockings will be delivered t

The Olathe Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution is excited to announce the creation of a brand-new scholarship opportunity for high school seniors in Johnson County, Kansas! In celebration of America 250! , this scholarship honors the upcoming 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding in a meaningful and lasting way. Just as the American Revolution spanned eight pivotal years, the Olathe DAR has approved a scholarship that will be awarded annually for eight ye

Olathe Chapter members, volunteering at the “Swing Under the Wings” Hangar Dance,                   Commemorative Air Force Hangar, New Century, KS. On September 27, 2025, the Olathe Chapter of Olathe, Kansas, hosted their first ever “Swing under the Wings” Hangar Dance at the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Hangar in New Century, KS.  A one-of-a-kind event with a 1940s theme, it offered a step back into history with live music, a buffet dinner with home baked desserts, a silen

On September 21, 2025, three members and one husband of a DAR member worked at Olathe Memorial Cemetery. Preserving and caring for Olathe’s history.  Members recently spent time caring for the historic DAR Circle. With fall leaves piling up, we raked and blew leaves, pulled weeds (some nearly half a body tall!), and cleared overgrowth to keep the space looking respectful and cared for. Historic cemeteries remind us of the lives and legacies that shaped our communities. By mai