Recent Blog Posts

Pamela Wright, President General
It is with joy and excitement that we introduce the team, mission, work, and priorities of the Wright Administration. The Team is humbled and grateful for the faith that you have placed in us as your National Executive Officers for these next three years. During the next several months, we...
Denise Doring VanBuren, President General
It was an honor last night to share the Constitution Hall stage with so many selfless Americans. It was, indeed, a privilege to honor men and women who are committed to not only protecting our country and its people, but to also preserving the memory of the fallen and improving...
Denise Doring VanBuren, President General
National Defense Night begins at 7 p.m. this evening. One of our most treasured traditions, it provides a platform from which to salute those who defend our country. Tonight’s honorees include veterans, active-duty military and those involved in preserving the memories and bettering the lives of service members and their...
Denise Doring VanBuren, President General
Mine do! But that hasn’t stopped me from enjoying every moment of our time together! Thank you for joining me last night for our annual Education Awards Night! It was inspiring and gratifying to recognize brilliant young people and educators who share our passion for history. And thank you, as...
Denise Doring VanBuren, President General
Last night’s Opening Night ceremonies were such a thrill - I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did. I greatly appreciated the warm welcome and gratitude expressed to honorees David Rubenstein, Carlos Del Toro, the Family History Library and the Trust for the National Mall. Their stories and...
Denise Doring VanBuren, President General
Are you ready? In just a few hours, we officially open the 131st Continental Congress with a spectacular Opening Night Ceremony! We have many outstanding honorees – but perhaps the biggest star of the night is Constitution Hall itself, full of our members for the first Congress since 2019 and...
Denise Doring VanBuren, President General
Our Headquarters is absolutely bustling with energy as we get closer to Opening Night. The excitement is palpable, and the joy in being together again has brought a new level of energy to our annual conference. Be sure to make the most of your time this week: check the Congress...
Denise Doring VanBuren, President General
It is (finally!) time to celebrate! I am thrilled to welcome you back to your National Headquarters for the 131 st Continental Congress. After three long years apart, the time has come to rejoice in our shared accomplishments and to enjoy the $15 million restoration of DAR Constitution Hall. I...
Connie Olde, National Chair, Continental Congress
Members and Guests, welcome to the 131st Continental Congress! We will “Rise and Shine for America!” 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 in your own chapters, state societies and...
Denise Doring VanBuren, President General
The 131st Continental Congress is nearly here! Your bag is packed and you’re ready to go…. but please: don’t leave town until you review these important reminders about the week ahead at your National Headquarters here in Washington D.C.! We have a great lineup of speakers and honorees on tap...