Our Mission

Betty Martin Chapter, NSDAR, promotes the National Society's mission of historic preservation, patriotism, and education through a variety of programs and activities.

We are located in Central Texas, in the city of Temple, the Wildflower Capital of Texas!

"Rise and Shine with America"

We hope you enjoy your visit to these pages as you learn more about our chapter history, what we do, our Patriot ancestors, how to join us, and resources to celebrate patriotism, support education, promote historic preservation and research your own family history. Most of all, we, as Daughters of the American Revolution, stand with humble gratitude, never forgetting our Patriots' contributions and monumental sacrifice of life and home, to establish our glorious nation!

Historic Preservation Since the DAR was founded, members have been involved in their communities with a wide variety of historic preservation projects. The members of Betty Martin Chapter, NSDAR, believe in protecting our local heritage for future generations. Click here to see some of the ways we are preserving our heritage. A History of "Texas, Our Texas"

Patriotism Promoting the ideals of patriotism and love of country is as relevant today as it was in the year 1776. Our members believe in trying to make America a better place in which to live. Click here to see some of the ways we support the ideals of freedom.

Education DAR members have always considered education an important aspect of the National Society's mission. Chapter members work with our local youth through various educational programs. Click here to see some of the ways we support literacy and education.

Membership Any woman 18 years or older, regardless of race, religion, or ethnic background, who can prove lineal descent from a Patriot of the American Revolution, is eligible for membership. If you are working on your family genealogy and believe you are eligible; or if you want to begin to investigate your family past; or if you have a relative who belongs or belonged in the DAR and you are interested in membership; please contact us.