Daughters of the Pioneers was formed prior to 1870 under a different name. In 1922 the Association was renamed "The Daughters of the Pioneers of Washington" to include members whose parents or grandparents had come to the Northwest by that date. The Constitution of the Association had stated that when six Chapters had been formed, the Association would incorporate, and in 1936 this was accomplished. The mission of the Daughters of the Pioneers of Washington State is to perpetuate the memory and spirit of the Pioneers of Washington; to identify, protect, preserve, and make known historical spots, documents, relics, records, and incidents and to promote historical research; to encourage and promote historical research in relation to pioneer days; to encourage the preservation and beautification of our natural resources; to celebrate historical and patriotic events relating to the state of Washington. It appears the Colfax Chapter No. 16 is no longer in existence.
From the description of The pioneers of the Northwest / composed by W.E. McCroskey. (Washington State Library, Office of Secretary of State). WorldCat record id: 233186456
