In 1982, Sacajawea chapter members Pat DeBoer, Joyce Jaros, DoRis Klotzner, Esther Mathews, Maxine Padget, and Marian Seeley designed and created this cross-stitch sampler for the chapter.  

SACAJAWEA CHAPTER NSDAR SAMPLER LEGEND

Central Figure: Sacajawea (DAR) with Baptiste (C.A.R.) - guiding over the mountains.

Fawn: Young life, respect and conservation of nature.

Large Evergreen Tree: Symbolic of the Evergreen State (Washington).

Evergreen Tree: Reforestation. New Life from seeds of old (cones).

Hearts in Border: Love, symbol embodying the (x) sacrifices of many.

Young Evergreen Garland Border: The Evergreen State citizens working hand in hand for the preservation of their beautiful natural heritage. The light green tips symbolize new growth.

Rhododendrons and Goldfinches: The Washington State flower and bird.

1906-1982: Chapter Charter to the year the sampler was created.

Square with Cross: Freedom of religion within constitutional authority. This is an ancient Indian symbol too, with slightly different meaning, but representing the idealistic within the practical.

Motif (East to West) by DAR: Sea to shining sea.

Mountains: Rocks and rills.

Sun and Moon: Across the miles (DAR has chapters in all of the United States).
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