Daughters of the American Revolution Archives

03.29.2025 Featured Story

Societies, secretaries and a magic carpet: Shelter Island History Museum celebrates ‘the power of women’

BY VERNESSA KINGSBURY Shelter Island is often described as sleepy — but those who live here know better. Our community has always been active, as evidenced by the rows...

07.03.2024 Featured Story

Shelter Island and the American Revolution: Heroes, hardships and resilience

Islander Anna Havens Fosdick (1729-1782) was a devoted wife, mother, and daughter during the American Revolution. Her headstone in the Presbyterian Church’s historic burying ground, which is partially readable,...

Explore Our Site

Properties

Tag: Daughters of the American Revolution

Societies, secretaries and a magic carpet: Shelter Island History Museum celebrates ‘the power of women’

Shelter Island and the American Revolution: Heroes, hardships and resilience