Welcome!
 

The Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence Chapter was organized in 1912 in Charlotte with thirty-five charter members.  The name was chosen in commemoration of the signing of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence on May 20, 1775, known locally as “Meck Dec Day.”  Our chapter has grown to over 120 members who meet on the second Thursday of each month from September to May.  Most of our meetings feature a guest speaker, short business meeting, and light refreshments.

In addition to our regular monthly meetings, our chapter sponsors educational awards and scholarships, supports Crossnore and Tamassee DAR schools, and provides gifts to veterans receiving medical care at the Salisbury VA Hospital.  The primary focus of our chapter activities is the support of the National Society’s mission to promote historic preservation, education, and patriotism.

I hope you will explore these pages to learn more about the “Meck Dec Chapter.”  Please feel free to contact me  or our Registrar for more information.  DAR is known for its hospitality and we wish to extend that warm welcome to you!

Susan Black Waldkirch

Chapter Regent