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As many of you know, the work that began under Pamela Wright's Administration to restore our beloved Memorial Continental Hall has continued during the Storage Administration. I'm pleased to share with you that the next phase of this project will begin this summer. Starting after Continental Congress in July of...
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The DAR Genealogy Research Institute (GRI) is excited to announce that registration will open on Friday, January 16, 2026. Be sure to mark your calendar and prepare to secure your spot for this enriching educational opportunity. Whether you are just starting on your genealogy research journey or have been researching...
Just as the closing of each calendar year brings celebration, reflection, and anticipation, the recent conclusion of the DAR Museum’s exhibition, Fighting for Freedom: Black Craftspeople and the Pursuit of Independence, offered opportunities for attendees to engage in those same three principles. In partnership with the African American Craft Alliance...
As we step into 2026 and look ahead to the 250th birthday of our nation, we do so with deep pride and anticipation in all that DAR accomplished over the past year. 2025 was a remarkable year of service, celebration, and forward momentum for DAR, and we reflect with gratitude...
As December draws to a close, many of us pause to reflect on the year behind us and the values and goals we want to carry forward into the new year. This is why year-end giving has become such a meaningful tradition. Nearly one-third of all charitable giving happens in...
The Insignia Store announces the availability of the First Generation DAR Member pin for all eligible Daughters. The pin is actually a bar worn on the official ribbon, which recognizes members who were the first in their family to join the Daughters of the American Revolution. To be eligible, a...
Energy and teamwork set the tone as executive officers convened for the December Executive Week at DAR Headquarters. In preparation, officers worked closely with their departments and national chairs to develop innovative initiatives for review. Between meetings at DAR Headquarters, the committee maintains momentum through virtual Zoom meetings, ensuring continuous...
The 250 th Anniversary of the Battle of Great Bridge was celebrated on December 5-6. It was the 125 th anniversary of the Great Bridge Chapter's commemoration of their historic namesake and their 72 nd wreath-laying ceremony held around the Battle of Great Bridge obelisk in the Great Bridge Battlefield...
We are excited to announce that this upcoming April, DAR is going to host a weekend of activities at National Headquarters to celebrate America’s 250 th anniversary! We hope you will join us for these special events as we celebrate this momentous occasion. The DAR Celebrates America 250! weekend starts...
Over this Thanksgiving weekend, Michigan Daughters braved wintery conditions to commemorate the 70 th anniversary of Rosa Parks’ refusal to give up her seat on an Alabama bus. This was the first featured commemorative event of the Storage Administration. Regrettably, President General Ginnie Storage was unable to attend, and as...