Chakchiuma Chapter DAR Celebrates Constitution Week with Community Events, Library Display, and Bell Ringing
The Chakchiuma Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution honored the founding document of American democracy with a series of activities throughout Constitution Week, September 17-23, 2023.
The week's observances began at the chapter's first regular monthly meeting of its new year, held September 13 at the Greenwood Country Club. Members welcomed Pillow Academy history teacher Heather Johnson, who provided an informative overview of the United States Constitution and its enduring significance.
The celebration continued with official recognition from the City of Greenwood. Mayor Carolyn McAdams presented a Constitution Week proclamation to DAR Regent Bobbie Beard and Constitution Week Chair Candy Hony, formally acknowledging the week's importance to the community.
Hony created an educational display for the Greenwood-Leflore Public Library, offering library patrons an opportunity to learn about the Constitution's history and the annual celebration that honors its signing.
The week's activities culminated on September 17—the 236th anniversary of the Constitution's signing in 1787—with a symbolic bell ringing at First United Methodist Church. Chip Upchurch, Nancy Gaugh, Becky Bowen, Claudia White, and the Rev. Scott Wright gathered to ring the church's 125-year-old bell, participating in the national tradition of simultaneous bell ringing across the country at the exact hour the Constitution was signed.
Constitution Week was established in 1955 by the Daughters of the American Revolution and was signed into law by President Dwight D. Eisenhower as a formal observance on the American calendar. The week-long celebration encourages Americans to study and reflect upon the document that established the framework of our government and the rights and freedoms it protects.
The Chakchiuma Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, is dedicated to promoting historic preservation, education, and patriotism in the Greenwood community. For more information about the chapter or upcoming events, visit ChakchiumaDAR.org or contact us through our website.
