135th Continental Congress Website Now Available!

Ginnie Sebastian Storage, President General
135th Continental Congress Website

I am delighted to share that the 135th Continental Congress Website is now live! Launching the website today gives Daughters the opportunity to plan their Congress experience before Pre-Registration opens and select National Event tickets go on sale on April 15, 2026.

Access the link to the 135th Continental Congress Website on the DAR Members’ Website HERE

135th Continental Congress Website

What is featured on the 135th Continental Congress Website?
The website highlights the tentative draft schedule for the 135th Continental Congress. The Congress schedule is regularly being updated, so please remember to check back periodically to find out more information about the entire Congress experience.

Congress event information can be found in two places on the website:

  • Schedule Page: The Schedule page has the tentative draft schedule for the 135th Continental Congress.
  • Ongoing Events Page: The Ongoing Events page highlights recurring daily events that take place over the course of Congress. Ongoing events include DAR Library, Insignia Pop-Up Shops, Junior Membership Shoppe, President General's Project Sales, Congress Shop, and Check-In and On-Site Registration hours and locations.

Helpful information about Washington, D.C., including transportation tips and dining options near DAR Headquarters and the JW Marriott Hotel, the host hotel for the 135th Continental Congress, can be found on the Insider’s Guide webpage.

When does Pre-Registration open and select National Event tickets go on sale?
On April 15, 2026, Pre-Registration opens and select National Event tickets go on sale. April 15, 2026, is also the last day that Chapters can credential Delegates and Alternates to vote during the 135th Continental Congress in Washington, D.C.

Which National Events are selling tickets via the 135th Continental Congress Website starting April 15th?
This year, the following National Events are selling tickets through the Congress website: 

  • Patriotism Luncheon
  • Historic Preservation Luncheon
  • Education Luncheon
  • Junior Membership Luncheon
  • Units Overseas Luncheon and International Bazaar
  • Congress Reception

All six of these events take place at the JW Marriott Hotel.

NEW America 250! Experiences Section
New to the Congress Website this year is a dedicated page highlighting "America 250! Experiences" throughout the nation's capital. From the historic grounds of Mount Vernon to the free Smithsonian museums to the energy of Nationals Park, we’ve curated a list of exciting activities happening in D.C. during the week of Continental Congress. Many of these highlights are located right on the National Mall, making it easy to explore between sessions. Don't miss our two featured outings: DAR Night at the Nationals on Monday, June 22, and DAR at Suffs the musical on Tuesday, June 23. Special discounted ticket links for both events are available now on the website!

As we approach June, the 135th Continental Congress Website will continue to be updated with the latest information, including pre-registration instructions and FAQs. I encourage you to check back often for exciting updates!

Daughters, I cannot wait to welcome you to DAR Headquarters for the 135th Continental Congress starting June 24, 2026. I look forward to seeing everyone Illuminate our Legacy in our House Beautiful.

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