Recent Blog Posts

Ann Dillon, President General
Opening Night was such a captivating evening. Lynn Novick’s keynote remarks were so impactful and it was an honor to present her with the DAR Media and Entertainment Award for her incredible body of work. I was also pleased to recognize Paul Heinegg with the DAR History Award Medal for...
Ann Dillon, President General
We officially begin the 127th Continental Congress this evening at our Opening Night Ceremony. I am looking forward to hearing our keynote speaker , Lynn Novick, discuss her work creating so many amazing documentaries. I am also excited for you all to join in the grand celebration of the restoration...
Ann Dillon, President General
Yesterday was a great first day of Congress week! There were many productive meetings and a lot was accomplished. If you are interested in learning more about our wonderful DAR Library and how to use its resources, I encourage you to attend the DAR Library orientation this morning in the...
Ann Dillon, President General
It is a delight to welcome members to Washington, D.C. this week for the 127th Continental Congress. I am so glad you are here, either in person, or staying on top of all the Congress happenings virtually. This morning I greeted many friends at the Vice Presidents General Club Breakfast...
Ann Dillon, President General
Congress week is finally here! Last week the Executive Officers met for our week of meetings, which was productive and filled with final preparations for Congress. Today the DAR Library is open to members from 9 am – 5 pm, which will give those in town early a great opportunity...
Ann Dillon, President General
We are just a few days away from the 127th Continental Congress and I’m sure many members are preparing to travel to Washington, D.C. Below are some reminders for your week at Continental Congress. Click the links to read more about these different topics. Download the Congress App to your...
Katie Cannon, DAR Museum Curator of Education
The new renovations for the DAR Museum Gallery have split it into two parts: the main gallery (featuring an annually rotating exhibit) and the study gallery. The study gallery is an exciting addition that allows us to expand what we offer to the public. The Idea You are probably familiar...
Faye Leach, Minnesota State Regent
Following a routine flight (my favorite) from Denver to Minneapolis, I was surprised to be met by a very organized state regent, Faye Leach, along with other Minnesota Daughters. We stopped for lunch before heading to the conference hotel and it was great to have the rare opportunity to actually...
Ann Dillon, President General
In May I had the pleasure of taking my first trip to the United States Military Academy at West Point and it was an honor to be at that historic site in order to celebrate a historic woman. For those of you unable to join us at the Margaret Corbin...
Lois Huntington, Indiana State Regent
As the sun rose over the Minnesota skyline, I boarded a plane for Indianapolis, Indiana to join Lois Huntington and the Indiana Daughters for their conference. Finding Martha Barnhart on hand to welcome me was very special and she became the temporary “page” to get me ready to arrive at...