Daughters of the American Revolution, Santa Clara Chapter

09/09/2026

September 8 is the International Day of Literacy. In the late 1800s, Sunnyvale children had to walk to Mountain View to attend school so they could learn to read and write. Parents and business people decided it was time to have their own school in the growing town and founded a school district. Having raised $4,000 for a building, they constructed Encina School in 1899, and the presence of a school attracted more families to Sunnyvale. – The museum's Mural Room has the original school bell on display.

The image shows students at the Encina School at lunch.

Learn more about local initiatives on a visit to the museum. The museum is open every Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday from noon to 4 pm.


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07/30/2026

Aeriel view of the Wi******er House, circa 1930's.

07/16/2026

Juliette Gordon Low founded the Girl Scouts of the USA in 1912. Born in Savannah, Georgia, she went by “Daisy” with her family. Highly educated and widely traveled, she was a model nineteenth-century debutante.

She moved to England after her marriage to William Mackay Low. There, she met General Sir Robert Baden-Powell, the founder of the British Boy Scouts. Inspired by the General’s organization, she formed her first group of Girl Scouts in Scotland in 1911, then two in London and one in her hometown in the U.S.

Troops rapidly sprang up across the United States. Low’s Girl Scouts of the USA, an organization in the vanguard of the early moments of the woman suffrage movement, continues to inspire girls with “the highest ideals of character, conduct, patriotism, and service that they may become happy and resourceful citizens.”

🖼️: “Juliette Gordon Low” by Edward Hughes, 1887. National Portrait Gallery, Smithsonian Institution; gift of the Girl Scouts of the United States of America; frame conserved with funds from the Smithsonian Women's Committee.

07/08/2026

As part of SCCLD’s celebration of America 250, our libraries are hosting a special program – Unlock Your Ancestors’ Military Records.

This seminar shows how U.S. military records can enrich genealogy research by revealing an ancestor’s life, service, and character. You will learn how to access records through powerful resources, interpret the records, and create a lasting memorial page to honor your ancestor’s service and sacrifice.

Cupertino Library: July 23 at 11 a.m.
Gilroy Library: July 27 at 2 p.m.
Los Altos Library: July 10 at 1 p.m.
Milpitas Library: July 25 at 1 p.m.
Morgan Hill Library: July 14 at 2 p.m.
Saratoga Library: July 12 at 2 p.m.

06/30/2026

On June 27, 1776, seven days before the Declaration of Independence was signed, a group of weary travelers arrived in what would become San Francisco and began to scratch their lives into the verdant valley that would become the Mission District — and the sand dunes and serpentine rock of the future Presidio. http://nbcbay.com/oopjqB5

06/20/2026

Come to downtown Los Altos on July 8th at 2:45 pm as our community participates in the nationwide, simultaneous reading of the Declaration of Independence!

Thanks to the City of Los Altos - City Hall and Town of Los Altos Hills for supporting this event celebrating America's 250th birthday!

06/18/2026

06/17/2026

Taking a sneak peek at the preparations for the 135th Continental Congress today. Some of the Executive Officers got in on the action of stuffing Congress packets with DAR staff. Thank you for all the work the Executive Officers, Congress Committees and our amazing DAR staff do in preparation for Continental Congress!

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06/09/2026

Women Veterans Recognition Day event!

Community members, veterans, family members, neighbors are invited to join this celebration of women who are serving and have served in the United States military. We'll present a special recognition to 1 veteran of each branch of service plus community member who has given strong support to vets. We'll recognize their service and contributions, and remember women's service to the military over the years. Los Altos Mayor Sally Meadows will share some remarks, and we'll enjoy cake.

June 13th, 2:00 - 3:30 pm at the American Legion Los Altos Post 558 in downtown Los Altos. Please RSVP (see link in the comments--because, algorithm) and bring neighbors, friends, family to join you.

But RSVP soon--we have to order the cake!

06/03/2026

Fantastic free event to join in person!!
Heritage Expo: Research and Resources - in-person event

https://scchgs.org/

June 13, 2026 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Redwood Room and Margie Edinger Room, Central Park Library, 2635 Homestead Rd, Santa Clara, CA 95051, USA

Join us for a free and exciting afternoon dedicated to discovery. We’ve gathered some of the region’s top lineage societies, historical organizations, and genealogy experts. Explore informative displays, enjoy brief presentations, view vintage cars, and even sample some historical local cuisine while you network with fellow researchers. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, there’s a seat at the table for you!

Heritage Expo: Research and Resources - in-person event

Find more information at our website!
https://scchgs.org/