On July 9, 2024 at 10:20 A.M. I went to the DAR site, and -found my people – who want my history, and the history of the woman I almost married, who descends from signer John Witherspoon. The DAR recorded the graves in the Pioneer Cemetery and say there WAS – another Janke grave marker. Where did it go – should be a major inquiry – and a T.V. show, that I would like to host!
“”Do you know where – YOUR DEAD ARE?”
Patriot Johnny
One in a Million
More than one million women have found purpose and passion in DAR membership. Explore their stories.
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Today’s DAR
DAR is your mother, your daughter, your grandmother, your friend, your colleague … DAR is you!
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What We Do
DAR is a women’s service organization dedicated to promoting historic preservation, education, patriotism and honoring the patriots of the Revolutionary War.
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Volunteers in Action
DAR members provide millions of hours of community service each year around the world.
Visit Us
DAR National Headquarters in Washington, D.C., offers to the public a genealogical library, decorative arts museum, historic document collection and concert hall.
EXPLORE THE DAR BUILDINGPreviousNext
DAR Headquarters will be closed Wednesday, July 10.
DNA and Genealogy
DAR begins accepting DNA evidence
Online Exhibitions
Explore documents of the Signers of the Constitution
Today’s Daughters
Read profiles of fascinating DAR members
National Treasures
Explore featured objects from the DAR Museum
E Pluribus Unum
Read profiles of underrepresented Revolutionary War Patriots
10 Million Names
DAR is a founding collaborating institution
American Revolution Experience
How would you choose?
PBS Documentary
DAR shares an enduring bond with Marian Anderson
America250
DAR is a National Partner with America250!
Committed to Equality
DAR reaffirms its guiding principles
Guardian Trust Campaign
Help preserve our DAR building
Watch DAR Videos
Learn more about DAR history
Museum of the American Revolution
Learn about our partnership
Guinness World Records
We Set a Record in Patriotism!!
Today’s DAR Members
Meet women who represent DAR’s membership
Upcoming Events
Educational programs held at DAR Headquarters
DAR Day of Service
View member volunteering photos
USA 250 Planning Begins
DAR participates in national anniversary Commission meeting
Where’s Margaret?
New mystery of Revolutionary War heroine
DNA and Genealogy
DAR begins accepting DNA evidence
Online Exhibitions
Explore documents of the Signers of the Constitution
Today’s Daughters
Read profiles of fascinating DAR members
National Treasures
Explore featured objects from the DAR Museum
E Pluribus Unum
Read profiles of underrepresented Revolutionary War Patriots
10 Million Names
DAR is a founding collaborating institution
American Revolution Experience
How would you choose?
PBS Documentary
DAR shares an enduring bond with Marian Anderson
America250
DAR is a National Partner with America250!
Committed to Equality
DAR reaffirms its guiding principles
Guardian Trust Campaign
Help preserve our DAR building
Watch DAR Videos
Learn more about DAR history
Museum of the American Revolution
Learn about our partnership
Guinness World Records
We Set a Record in Patriotism!!
Today’s DAR Members
Meet women who represent DAR’s membership
Upcoming Events
Educational programs held at DAR Headquarters
DAR Day of Service
View member volunteering photos
USA 250 Planning Begins
DAR participates in national anniversary Commission meeting
Where’s Margaret?
New mystery of Revolutionary War heroine
DNA and Genealogy
DAR begins accepting DNA evidence
Online Exhibitions
Explore documents of the Signers of the Constitution
Today’s Daughters
Read profiles of fascinating DAR members
National Treasures
Explore featured objects from the DAR MuseumPreviousNext
Research Your Family History
Are you just starting out on your journey to discover your family roots…or are you one document away from solving a mystery of one of your ancestors? Wherever you are in your genealogical process, DAR is here to help. The DAR Genealogical Research System (GRS) includes free online databases containing information on Revolutionary patriot ancestors, descendants of those patriots, as well as the vast array of genealogical resources from the DAR Library.
Map your Family Tree
Find out who you’re related to
Honor your Ancestors
Preserve your history forever
Free Access to our Records
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Become a Member – Share a Bond
DAR members come from a variety of backgrounds and interests, but all share a common bond of having an ancestor who helped contribute to securing the independence of the United States of America. Any woman 18 years or older, regardless of race, religion or ethnic background, who can prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution is eligible to join.
Daughters
are vibrant, active women who are passionate about community service, preserving history, educating children, as well as honoring and supporting those who serve our nation.
The Four Founders
THE DAR STORY
The Daughters of the American Revolution is an organization with a deeply rich history while also being truly relevant in today’s world. More than 1,000,000 women have joined the organization since it was founded over 125 years ago. They became members to honor their heritage as well as make a difference in their communities across the country and the world. Learn more about the amazing history of the DAR and what members are doing today to continue that legacy.
What’s Your DAR Story?
Daughters touch lives every day and make lasting impressions on their community. With 190,000 members, our stories are written on hearts globally.
“A DAR scholarship helped me go to college.”
“My chapter refurbished a historic landmark in our town.”
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Welcome to the 133rd Continental Congress
Members and Guests, welcome to the 133rd Continental Congress! We will “Celebrate Stars and Stripes Forever!” by honoring many outstanding individuals and groups for their dedicated service and fabulous achievements. Please note the wonderful work of our Daughters and use their new ideas and programs in your chapters, state societies and local communities. Our President General Pamela Edwards Rouse Wright and our Executive Committee have made extensive plans for an awesome Continental Congress with our hard-working staff. Our heartfelt appreciation to the 27 Congress Committees Chairs and 2…
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