DAR Chapter greets George Washington

From staff reports

The Trammel’s Trace Chapter of the National Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) met in February at the J.E. Manning American Legion Post 258 on Louise Street in Atlanta to celebrate George Washington’s birthday. 
When this chapter was much smaller, the ladies would enjoy their George Washington Tea at some of the very fine homes of members, but the group has grown so much that an intimate tea party is no longer possible. 
In addition to the 21 chapter members, special guests included Texas District VI Director Tammie Blackburn, Regent of Lone Star Chapter Rebecca Epps and several guests from other local chapters. 
Six tables were arranged with linens and fine china tea settings. Attendees were given handouts about the Edenton Tea Party as well as information about George Washington as described by Thomas Jefferson. 
During the event, “George Washington” portrayed by Mayor Keith Crow, “Charles Thompson” represented by Dale Perkins II, “Robert Livingston” depicted by Danny Addington and a revolutionary mountain man characterized by Travis Addington arrived and entertained the group with patriotic songs. 
Later, “Charles Thompson” delivered a speech depicting the first inaugural address, when George Washington took his oath of office. 
Local member Carolyn Addington was the costume designer for the presentation. 
Many attendees did not realize that the famous Boston Tea Party was not the only tea party of the Revolutionary Era, so the story behind the Edenton Tea Party was enlightening. The “other tea party” was in North Carolina in response to the Tea Act, passed by the British Parliament in 1773.
One of the largest patriotic women’s organizations in the world, the DAR has more than 185,000 members in approximately 3,000 chapters across the country and even in numerous foreign countries. DAR strives to 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 DAR and its programs, visit www.dar.org.