Activities


Some of the activities of the chapter include:

The Annual Dinner featuring noted authors or public figures with a tie to Theodore Roosevelt.

2008 – Tefft Smith, distinguished antitrust attorney and TR enthusiast, discussed the evolution of antitrust law.

2007 – James Reckner, professor of history and director of the Vietnam Center at Texas Tech University, and author of Teddy Roosevelt’s Great White Fleet.

2005 – Dale Bosworth, Chief of the US Forest Service, spoke on the centennial of the creation of the US Forest Service.

2004 - Ed Renehan, author of The Lion's Pride: Theodore Roosevelt and His Family in Peace and War.



Theodore Roosevelt® Police Award, given annually to a local, state or federal law enforcement officer in the Washington, DC region who has experienced a serious injury or illness and continues to render praiseworthy service to his or her department and the community after overcoming great adversity. Click here for more information.



Theodore Roosevelt High School - The chapter is developing several short- and long-term projects to support the Washington, DC public school and its students. Click here for information about our book drive.



Theodore Roosevelt Island Cleanup is a biannual event organized by the National Park Service and the Potomac Conservancy. Our members, along with other volunteer groups, spend the morning collecting trash on the island to help maintain its natural beauty.



Theodore Roosevelt Island TR Birthday Celebration - Our chapter sponsors a scavenger hunt for children during the annual Theodore Roosevelt Island TR Birthday Celebration, held in October.



 
 
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