Arizona Society

This Chapter was chartered February 1997
and is named after the city in which we meet.

The City of Prescott was named after William Hickling Prescott,
a famed 19th century historian, who was the grandson of
Col. William Prescott who commanded at the battle of Bunker (Breeds) Hill.

The Prescott Chapter meets on the 3^rd Saturday of the Month at 12 noon (except July).  All meetings are at Casa Bonita Restaurant, 1317 E. Gurley St. at Hwy. 89, phone 928-778-3716, except the November meeting is held at St. Michael's ballroom on Whiskey Row in downtown Prescott.  Lunch reservations are not necessary, except for the November meeting.  For meeting information call John Thorne, at 928-541-1553.

Our chapter has 45 members presently but is very active. We encourage members to help and participate in our activities.  Our monthly lunch meetings are always open to visitors, spouses and family.  Men interested in joining the SAR Prescott Chapter should contact John Thorne, Chapter President and Registrar, 928-541-1553, jsthorne@commspeed.net.

Forthcoming Meetings and Events

21 Nov 2009:  This is the annual joint meeting with two local chapters of DAR.  The presentation will be by Lettie Irons Connell on Wreaths Across America, with emphasis on placement of wreaths at Christmas at the graves of veterans at the VA Cemetery in Prescott.  This meeting features a traditional Thanksgiving-themed meal.  Reservations are required.  This major annual event will be held at St. Michael's Ballroom on Whiskey Row in downtown Prescott at noon.  Spouses, family, and friends are encouraged to join this meeting.  The price is $18.50 per lunch.  DAR members and guests please contact your DAR Chapter treasurer to make reservations. SAR members and guests, please contact Compatriot Kyle Mullins, Prescott Chapter treasurer.  A firm headcount is needed by Saturday November 14.

19 Dec 2009:  This is the annual business meeting and no special speaker presentation is planned.  The venue is Casa Bonita Restaurant, 1317 Gurley St., Prescott.

16 Jan 2010:  Mrs. Lee Nelson will make a presentation about her ancestor Kit Carson.  Lee is a very active member of lineage societies, including DAR, President of the Arizona Chapter of National Huguenot Society, and President of the Arizona Chapter of the Mayflower Society.  The venue is Casa Bonita Restaurant, 1317 Gurley St., Prescott.

21 Feb 2010:  Mrs. Joycelyn Schmid, wife of Compatriot Ben Schmid, will make a presentation about "The Mystery Woman of Sherman, Texas, whose mystery began in Yavapai County, Arizona.  The venue is Casa Bonita Restaurant, 1317 Gurley St., Prescott.