The grounds of Rosalie Mansion, owned by the Mississippi State Society Daughters of the American Revolution, is the site of a burial ground of early settlers of Natchez. The site was discovered during a bluff stabilization project in 1999. On March 26, 2010, the MSSDAR held a historical marker dedication commemorating the site of the cemetery. Pictured with Chief Red Jacket Chapter members are from left: Sharon Nettles, Rosalie Governing Board Development Chairman; Margaret MacKenzie, Historian General, National Society DAR; Polly Hunter Grimes, State Regent; Cindy Mangum, Chapter Vice Regent; Jo Hubbard, Chapter Regent; Pat Dampier, Chapter Registrar; and Charla Jordan, State Second Vice Regent

Supporting Rosalie Mansion, owned by the MSSDAR, has always been an important objective of Chief Red Jacket. Receiving tourists during Pilgrimage time is a delightful activity for our Daughters. Pictured receiving during the recent Spring Pilgrimage are from left: Penny Reinhardt, Charlotte McKee and Chapter Vice Regent Cindy Mangum.

For the March meeting, members and guests gathered in the home of member Grace Jones. DAR Speakers Staff member, Cynthia McNamara presented an informative program on the events that led up to the Battle of Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1775. Pictured are from left: Chapter Regent Jo F. Hubbard, Cynthia McNamara, Grace Jones, Chapter Vice Regent Cindy Mangum.

Chief Red Jacket was well represented at the 2010 MSSDAR State Conference. A highlight of the conference was the National Defense Luncheon. Pictured at the luncheon are from left, seated: Charla Jordan, Pat Dampier, Grace Jones, Deborah Henderson, and Kathy Henry. Standing: Regent Jo Hubbard, Charlotte McKee, Eddie Myrtle Moore, Esther Fabbricante, Susan Newton, and Patricia Rigdon.

MSSDAR Recording Secretary and chapter member Charla Jordan hosted the February chapter meeting. Those in attendance enjoyed hearing MSSDAR Treasurer Anna Royston speak on Native American Art and Culture. Pictured are Vice Regent Cindy Mangum, Anna Royston, Regent Jo Hubbard and hostess Charla Jordan.

At the January chapter meeting, Organizing Regent Marjorie Murray was recognized for her long and faithful service to the chapter, state and national society. Pictured are Marjorie Murray and Chapter Regent Jo Hubbard.

The chapter enjoyed a Christmas party again this year. Musical entertainment, refreshments and the popular "Heritage Show and Tell" were enjoyed by those in attendance. Pictured are chapter members Penny Reinhardt, Charla Jordan and Esther Fabbricante.

At the November chapter meeting, Chief Red Jacket members and guests enjoyed fellowship and an informative program. Virginia Brickell, a member of the DAR Speakers Staff, spoke on the proper use of DAR insignia, pins, and sashes. The official insignia, which was patented in 1891, is a gold wheel that is banded with the deep blue signature color of the DAR, stars on each of the 13 wheel spokes representing the original 13 colonies, and a platinum or white gold distaff. Pictured from left: Chapter Regent Jo Hubbard, Virginia Brickell, and Donna Messer, hostess.

Chief Red Jacket members always enjoy MSSDAR Rosalie Day activities. We were excited to have the most members in attendance this year and win the Silver Bowl back! Pictured Standing: Jo Hubbard, Cindy Mangum, Charla Jordan, Marjorie Murray, Linda McManus, Grace Jones, Susan Newton,and Charlotte McKee. Seated: Maxine Nolen, Margaret Warren, Pat Dampier, Fran McKinley, and Esther Fabbricante.

Brigadier General (Retired) Maxey Phillips was the guest speaker for the October chapter meeting. He shared his experiences from his long and distinguished Air Force career. Pictured from left: Chapter Regent Jo Hubbard, Gen. Phillips and his wife Sandra, hostess Esther Fabbricante, Vice Regent Cindy Mangum.

Chapter members attended the September 11 ceremony, conducted by the Mississippi State Society DAR, dedicating a historical marker at Dunn's Falls. Pictured from left: Margaret Warren, Cindy Mangum, MSSDAR State Regent Polly H. Grimes, Charla Jordan, Pat Dampier, and Esther Fabbricante.

At the September chapter meeting, five new members were welcomed. Pictured from left: Chapter Regent Jo Hubbard, Frances McKinley, Penny Reinhardt, Linda McManus, Margaret Warren, Dorothy McCommon, and Chapter Registrar Pat Dampier.

The new chapter year of work truly begins with District Meeting. Chief Red Jacket members and prospective members attended the Heartland District meeting held on July 24, 2009, at the B.B. Club in Vicksburg, MS. Pictured standing: Susan Newton, Jo Hubbard, Cindy Mangum, Charla Jordan, Margaret Warren (prospective member) Penny Reinhardt (prospective member), and Eddie Myrtle Moore. Seated: Marjorie Murray, Grace Jones, Pat Dampier, and Esther Fabbricante.

Chief Red Jacket Chapter members enjoy participating in annual Continental Congress activities held at NSDAR headquarters in Washington, DC. For the 118th Continental Congress, the chapter was represented by Regent Jo Hubbard, Vice Regent Cindy Mangum, and MSSDAR Recording Secretary Charla Jordan. Pictured at the Junior Membership Luncheon are: Jo Hubbard, Charla Jordan, MSSDAR State Regent Polly H. Grimes, and Cindy Mangum.