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See you at the new venue Hilton Garden Inn, Independence Feb 21 and 22, 2025
About Our Celebration
Celebrating George Washington's 293rd birthday
Come help the Sons of the American Revolution as they host a celebration of our first President's 293rd birthday. The Sons of the American Revolution invite members of the Daughters of the American Revolution, and the Children of the American Revolution and the general public to come together with them to listen to our speaker and make presentations honoring members of our community.
Come early, at 11:00 am, and enjoy bidding on one, or several, of the Gift Baskets in the Silent Auction and visit with our guests and honorees
During the Program after you have enjoyed a nice lunch, you can take part in fellowship with friends.
Guest Speaker - 2025
Mary Sanchez is a national syndicated columnist with Tribune Content Agency and a familiar face and voice in Kansas City media.
Sanchez’s contributions include time as the senior reporter for Kansas City PBS and a metro columnist for The Kansas City Star, member of the Star’s editorial board, in addition to her years spent reporting on race, class, criminal justice and educational issues.
She’s a frequent moderator for important civic conversations hosted by American Public Square (APS), also serving on the organization’s board. APS seeks to build community through civil, fact-based discourse.
Sanchez is a mentor with Report for America, pairing with early career journalists as they enter the profession and has written columns for the Poynter Institute, helping others to report deeper and with nuance on issues of race, ethnicity, immigration, and culture wars, especially within politics.
Sanchez is a native of Kansas City and has also lived in Mexico, the country of her father’s birth.
Menu
The celebration meal always includes the traditional Cherry Pie. See our menu for this year's celebration.
Martha Washington Ball
Come dance, party and socialize with George and Martha Washington
on Friday, Feb. 21 evening. This is a new event for this year. Come as your are or in period dress.
You will have fun! Learn More.
Award Recipients
MEDAL OF APPRECIATION
America's 250th Anniversary Medal
Silent Auction, Gift Baskets and Donations
Donate or Have your group donate a basket
Donate or Have your group donate a basket
Donate or Have your group donate a basket
Make a cash donation
Donate or Have your group donate a basket
Donate or Have your group donate a basket
Bring home something fun
Donate or Have your group donate a basket
Bring home something fun
It is for a good cause..
2024 ColorGuard
L-R front/back: Stephen Sullins MO, Bill Marshall KS Commander. Row 2 – Dennis Nelson KS, Allen Dillavou KS, Robert Grover MO/KS, Allen Martin KS, Dewey Fry KS, John Forbes KS. Row 3 – Kirk Rush KS, Peter Reynolds MO, Jeffrey Winters KS, Clay Shropshire KS, Mark Parks MO. Row 4 – Ivan Stull MO, Michael Hahn MO, and Bobbie Hulse SCD VP General. (Not pictured: J. Michael Robertson MO, John Stewart MO, and Roy Hutchinson MO
All Color Guard members who register to attend the George Washington Birthday Celebration are welcome to participate in the Celebration. The Color Guard will include SAR, DAR, and CAR Color Guard members in their approved uniform. Please contact NW District MOSSAR Color Guard Commander Mark Parks at mark.e.parks@gmail.com if you would like to participate. (Fife and Drums included) Muster at 9:30 a.m. Rehearsal begins promptly at 9:45 a.m.
Visit Our Local State Societies
Kansas Society of the Sons of the american reolution
The Kansas Society was formed on March 31st, 1892 with sixty charter members. The membership, which has included past state governors, reside in many communities across the state. There are 14 chapters across the state of Kansas.
Missouri Society of the Sons of the american revolution
The Missouri Society of the Sons of the American Revolution was incorporated April 23, 1889. Past members include President Harry S Truman. There are 16 local chapters in the state.
Visit Our National Societies
daughters of the american reolution
The Daughters of the American Revolution is an organization with a deeply rich history while also being truly relevant in today’s world. More than 1,000,000 women have joined the organization since it was founded over 125 years ago. They became members to honor their heritage as well as make a difference in their communities across the country and the world. Learn more about the amazing history of the DAR and what members are doing today to continue that legacy.
Sons of the american revolution
The Sons of the American Revolution was founded in 1889 and is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky. SAR is a non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to promoting patriotism, preserving American history, and promoting education to our future generations. As one of the largest male societies in the country, SAR boasts tens of thousands of active members in over 550 chapters across the United States and internationally. Any male 18 years or older-regardless of race, religion, or ethnic background-who can prove blood lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution, is eligible for membership.
Children of the american revolution
Children of the american revolution
The National Society of the Children of the American Revolution, founded in 1895, is the oldest patriotic youth organization in our country. Membership is open to descendants of patriots of the American Revolution.
Members gain valuable leadership experience in conducting meetings, following parliamentary procedures and standard protocol, serving as delegates and speaking before groups at local, state and national conferences. The responsibility and privilege of selecting officers helps members gain an understanding of the democratic process.