Women in American History Award – Updated Information

A message was received from Julia R. Eacott, National Vice Chair American History Committee, Women in American History.  She requests that all State Societys pass important information about the Women in American History Award on to all chapter chairs.  Chapter regents, please make sure your American History Committee chair gets this message.

The emphasis of Women in American History is on the role of women, past and present, in American history. Chapters are encouraged to select a notable woman from their state or community to honor. March is officially “Women’s History Month,” so chapters may wish to use this occasion to acknowledge the outstanding contributions of the woman of their choice.

Choose a woman to honor for this recognition by taking into consideration women who have made a contribution or a difference in their communities. She could be a historical entity or currently alive and worthy of recognition. Look for women who are, or have been, intellectual, educational, social, religious, political, scientific, or cultural innovators. The woman or women being honored may be DAR members, prospective DAR members, or non-members. You may select more than one woman to honor.

Recent Change in Award: The Executive Committee has declined approval for the American History Silver Medal to be awarded to the recipient of the women in American History Award.  Only certificates may be presented.

 

If you have questions, please contact the State Chair.

Barbara Volker, State Chair
American History Committee
bgvolker@att.net

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