Carolyn Stephens Cleaton (left) and Deborah Phillips, Regent
The General Andrew Lewis Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution met Mar. 17 at the Dutch Haus Restaurant in Lewisburg. Regent Deborah Phillips presided at the meeting. The hostesses were Karen Lee McClung and Judy Deegans.
The speaker for the meeting was Carolyn Stephens Cleaton. She gave the members an overview of the History of Williamsburg, WV. Cleaton is a resident and has long been active in historical preservation in Williamsburg. The Williamsburg Historical Foundation maintains a museum in the community. It is a treasure trove of information. Check their website at www.williamsburgwv.com for the summer schedule.
The National Society, Daughters of the American Revolution is a nonprofit, nonpolitical women’s service organization whose main objectives are historic preservation, education, and patriotism. Members are all lineal descendants of those who supported the cause of independence in the Revolutionary War in 1776. If you are interested in joining, please call Regent Sandra Cowan at 304-497-3553.