Albemarle Chapter
Organized February 19, 1892
Charlottesville, Virginia
Albemarle Chapter was the second Virginia Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution. It was named for the County of Albemarle which was, in turn, named for William Anne Keppel, Earl of Albemarle and a colonial governor of Virginia. (1737-1754) Albemarle County was formed from Goochland in 1744. One of its earliest settlers was Peter Jefferson, father of Thomas Jefferson. Other noted pioneers in the formation and government of Albemarle were Meriweather Lewis, Dr. Thomas Walker, William Clark, George Rogers Clark, Joshua Fry, and James Monroe.
Monticello, the home of Mr. Thomas Jefferson, and the buildings at the University of Virginia designed by him, are monuments to his architectural genius. The old County Courthouse, still in use, dates from Jefferson's time. Ash Lawn, the home of James Monroe, is a landmark of Albemarle, as is Castle Hill, the home of Dr. Thomas Walker, the explorer.
With its history and scenic beauty, Albemarle County, is proud of its traditions, and Albemarle Chapter is justly proud of being named for it.