Who We Are

Since the first gathering took place on November 15, 1927, Ezra Parker Chapter, NSDAR, members have worked hard to promote historic preservation, education, and patriotism. Our chapter members come from very diverse backgrounds. From young women entering college, to new mothers, to working women, and beyond to retirement, you can find every type of woman amongst us. And there is still room for you. Chapter members serve their local communities by serving on organization executive boards, volunteering at schools and veterans facilities, serving as local officials, and promoting patriotic celebrations and events.

Ezra Parker Chapter, NSDAR, Daughters also serve at all levels of the DAR: chapter, state, and national. Jennette I. Thompson Barnes served as DAR of Michigan state regent 1958-1961 and Roberta Shannon Stimpson served as state regent 1982-1985. Laurie Levy served as state registrar 2006-2009. Others have also served on the state board in the capacity of state chaplain and state director. We also have chapter members who serve the National Society as National vice chairs, Continental Congress committee chairs and members, and Pages at Continental Congress. Many daughters have served as DAR of Michigan state chairs as well. We cherish our members who give their time and talents to make the DAR shine.

Ezra Parker Chapter, NSDAR, Daughters have also received high honors over our 90-plus year history. In 2004, a chapter member received the State Outstanding VAVS Volunteer award, and in 2013 a chapter member received the State Outstanding DAR Service for Veterans Volunteer award. We have also been fortunate to have three excellent chapter leaders receive the State Outstanding Chapter Regent award. Two Ezra Parker Chapter, NSDAR, Juniors (members under the age of 36) have also been recognized for their commitment to the DAR mission during the early years of their membership by being named State Outstanding Juniors. Most recently, a chapter member received the State Outstanding Volunteer Information Services Volunteer of the Year award.