Recent Blog Posts

Ginnie Sebastian Storage, President General
Our recent DAR Celebrates America 250! Weekend marked a once-in-a-lifetime moment in the history of our beloved Daughters of the American Revolution, the opportunity to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of our nation. We had the distinct honor of welcoming members and visitors from across the country to...
Kate Johanns, National Chair, DAR Magazine
As a DAR volunteer, you may have found yourself second-guessing yourself as you wrote an article for a chapter newsletter or a committee report. Does America 250! really have an exclamation point? Should eMembership be hyphenated? What is the proper way to refer to the DAR Members’ Website? The answers...
Renee Pace, Curator General and Jennifer Johnson, Museum Director and Chief Curator
Revolution in Their Words and Preserving Patriotism: The Declaration of Independence and Its Legacy at DAR , two special exhibitions bringing America’s founding voices into focus, opened to the public with a special preview on the evening of March 26. Guests enjoyed refreshments in the O’Bryne Gallery and opening remarks...
Ginnie Sebastian Storage, President General
I am excited to share that pre-registration for the 135th Continental Congress is now available! Click here for the Congress Website and to Register! As a reminder, online pre-registration through the Congress Website will take place from April 15, 2026, through June 1, 2026. If you would like to register...
Mona Crandell Hook, Nevada State Regent
Vivid blue skies and a brilliant sun welcomed attendees to the 101st Nevada State Conference in Reno, setting the stage for a vibrant and memorable weekend. Nevada Daughters gathered alongside members of the Sons of the American Revolution and Children of the American Revolution, creating an atmosphere filled with enthusiasm...
Ginnie Sebastian Storage, President General
In late January, the DAR Magazine Committee asked our members to share ideas for naming the new digital magazine that will make its debut in July and replace our print American Spirit magazine and Daughters newsletter. More than 650 ideas were submitted, and there were many strong suggestions. (The DAR...
Kathryn Claire Rainville, National Vice Chair, Junior Membership
Each spring, our members lace up their shoes for more than just a race — they step forward in service. The NSDAR Junior Membership 5K has become a meaningful tradition that brings members together across states and chapters in support of the mission of the Helen Pouch Memorial Fund. Whether...
Sandra Isner-Johnson, West Virginia State Regent
Traveling to the 121st West Virginia State Conference at the iconic Greenbrier Resort—affectionately known as America’s Resort — felt like stepping into a winter postcard. Snow-covered mountains framed our arrival, creating a breathtaking welcome to this national historic landmark that has charmed visitors since 1778. Inside, the vibrant designs of...
Ginnie Sebastian Storage, President General
On Saturday, March 21, I was honored to attend the opening ceremony of the National Cherry Blossom Festival at our very own DAR Constitution Hall! As DAR is one of the Host Sponsors of the 2026 National Cherry Blossom Festival, it was such a pleasure to be in attendance to...
Ginnie Sebastian Storage, President General
We are less than one month away from a spectacular weekend celebrating America 250! at DAR National Headquarters! Occurring on the eve of the anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, the first major military action of the American Revolution, we have three fantastic events all celebrating and preserving...