Membership in DRT
Join the James Butler Bonham Chapter to connect with fellow Daughters of the Republic of Texas, perpetuate the memory of our ancestors and promote Texas history.
Any woman having attained her 16th birthday is eligible for membership, provided she is a lineal descendant of a man or woman who meets the proof of eligibility. Proof submitted by an applicant shall include documentation of her lineal descent from her male or female Republic of Texas ancestor who served in the cause of independence before Statehood. As a loyal resident or colonist, male or female, regardless of age, who established residence in The Republic of Texas prior to February 19, 1846. The time period for “residence” shall be the beginning of the Spanish Colonial Period in 1820 and shall include both colonists and native residents during this period. “Loyal” shall be interpreted to mean that he or she had not been proven disloyal.
Email us at jamesbutlerbonham@drtinfo.org for more information!
Community Engagement
Participate in local events that celebrate Texas history and foster community connections.
Educational Resources Access
Gain access to exclusive resources that enhance your understanding of Texas heritage and history.
Network with like-minded individuals who share a passion for Texas history and culture.
Networking Opportunities
Children of the Republic of Texas
On January 12, 1940 the James Butler Bonham Chapter of the Children of the Republic of Texas was chartered with twenty six (26) members. Mrs. Jesse M. Smith conceived and promoted the idea of the annual presentation of members of the CRT to DRT officials and of the Pilgrimage (CRT Convention) for the Children in 1960.
The purpose of CRT is to encourage the study of Texas History, to help preserve the places made sacred by the men and women who achieved the Texas Independence; stimulate historical research into the earliest records of Texas; foster the preservation of documents and relics; promote the celebration of all Texas Honor Days; revere the Flag of Texas and promote the display of same; and to cherish and preserve TEXAS, ONE AND INDIVISIBLE, as achieved by the Fathers and Mothers of the Texas Revolution.
To find out more about CRT, contact us at jamesbutlerbonham@drtinfo.org.
Daughters in the Community
Do you have an opportunity or event you'd like to invite the Daughters to? Please reach out!
Texas History Essay Contest
Texas History Essay Topics and Contest Rules Information
Each year across Texas, fourth and seventh graders compete for prizes by writing a composition relating to the topic given by the DRT Historian General. Check for the deadline and topic listed online at www.drtinfo.org.
Contact the JBB 4th VP/History & Education
Anne Harding
anneharding91@gmail.com
Connect with us
Connect with the James Butler Bonham Chapter to learn more about our activities and how you can get involved in preserving Texas history.
Contact
JAMESBUTLERBONHAM@DRTINFO.ORG
Facebook.com/jamesbutlerbonhamdrt