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Chapter XIII – Kansas City, MO

Founded: 1949 History: Chapter XIII was organized by Mrs. Hale Houts. The chapter's charter was granted on April 15, 1949. Chapter Project: Chapter XIII supports The Wornall Majors House Museums in Kansas City, Missouri. The museum consists of two historic antebellum homes. Chapter XIII restored and furnished the

Chapter XIV – Chicago, IL

Founded: Charter granted April 30, 1952 Chapter project: The chapter supports the National Museum of the American Sailor, located in Great Lakes, Illinois through various projects, including awarding an annual internship. The chapter has previously supported the “restoration” of the Schmidt-Burnham historic house in Winnetka, IL,

Chapter XV – Mississippi

Founded: 1952 History: Chapter XV of The Colonial Dames of America was founded in 1952 in order to further preserve our lineage and to better serve the state by providing opportunities of education and historic preservation. From that first small group a small nursing scholarship fund

Chapter XVII – Palm Beach, FL

Founded: 1964 History: Our history has been to provide a forum for descendants of the 13 colonies, pre-Revolution.  We come together to celebrate our history, and ensure that our efforts, educational opportunities and donations benefit our community. Chapter Project: As our educational project, we are creating a video detailing

Chapter XVIII – Springfield, OH

Founded: 1979 History: Chapter XVIII was founded by four friends dedicated to preserving their genealogical heritage. The members today continue that tradition by learning about their heritage and helping support local projects as well as those of the Society. VIEW DETAILS [LOGIN REQUIRED]

Chapter XIX – Florida Everglades

Founded: 1982 History: Chapter XIX was founded in Ft. Myers, Florida, in March, 1982. In 2003, the name was changed to Florida Everglades Chapter. Members come from all over southern Florida. Chapter projects: Mt. Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden, Women in Distress, Ft Lauderdale, Naples Historical Society

Chapter XX – Los Angeles, CA

Founded: Chartered 1982 Project: Mt. Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden, New York, New York VIEW DETAILS [LOGIN REQUIRED]

Chapter XXI – Dallas, TX

Founded: Chartered 1982 Project: Wreaths Across America, a nonprofit program that conducts wreath-laying ceremonies to place wreaths on the graves of US veterans.   VIEW DETAILS [LOGIN REQUIRED]

Chapter XXII – Michigan

Founded: April 26, 1984 Project: Support the restoration of the historic Meadow Brook Hall in Rochester, Michigan.   VIEW DETAILS [LOGIN REQUIRED]