Southington’s Revolutionary Legacy: The Hannah Woodruff Chapter of the DAR

Join us in commemorating America’s 250th anniversary with a program exploring Southington’s Revolutionary-era legacy through the women connected to the Hannah Woodruff Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Centered on the life of Hannah Woodruff, the chapter’s namesake, the presentation examines how women in Southington experienced the Revolutionary period and how their families carried those stories forward through generations.

The program highlights the history of the Hannah Woodruff Chapter and the local families whose lineages trace back to Revolutionary War soldiers. Special attention is given to members connected to the Bradley and Barnes families, illustrating the chapter’s historic ties to The Barnes Museum and Southington’s broader historical landscape.

Guests will also learn about the chapter’s continued presence in the community through historical stewardship and educational initiatives. An accompanying artifact table hosted by current Hannah Woodruff Chapter members will offer visitors the opportunity to view personal objects and materials that connect Southington families to the era of the American Revolution and the generations that followed.