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Galvez Chapter, NSDAR

Located in Lafayette, Louisiana
Chapter Meetings - First Thursday of the month 
Meeting Time - 2 p.m.

The Galvez Chapter, NSDAR, was established in 1925, the same year the NSDAR recognized the service of Patriots under Spanish Governor Bernardo de Galvez, for whom the chapter is named.

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The Galvez Chapter, NSDAR, is truly multi-generational with different ways each member can participate. Members participate in many of the committee activities of the DAR, some of the chapter's highlights are:

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  • Service for Veterans- collecting hygiene items for veterans in nursing homes and homeless shelters.

  • Project Patriot- collecting personal care and comfort items for women in the military

  • Commemorative and Patriotic Events- Wreaths Across America and Naturalization Ceremonies

  • Education- Encouraging schools to participate in the American History Essay Contest, DAR Good Citizens Awards, and Community Classroom projects

  • Conservation Activities- including planting trees, native plants, and working with local conservation groups

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The chapter hosts the George Washington Ball with the Attakapas Chapter Sons of the American Revolution in March, recognizing high school debutantes and patriots. Members gather for a Christmas Tea at the historic Alexandre Mouton House.

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Please contact the chapter if you are interested in attending a meeting, as meeting times and locations vary.

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