DAR members, friends, and families from coast-to-coast attended the fifth annual DAR Genealogy Research Institute held at our House Beautiful in Washington, DC May 3-6, 2026. The 2026 Institute featured Master Class lecturers Michael N. Henderson and Diana Elder. Mr. Henderson, a historian, genealogist, and author of GOT PROOF! My

As our dedicated team of genealogists at National Headquarters works to review and approve application papers, we are constantly looking at ways to improve our skill sets and showcase DAR’s genealogical resources to a wider audience.

One of the ways we accomplish this is through attending, tabling, and sponsoring, various

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

Back in October, DAR staff closed out a busy year of genealogical conferences by sponsoring the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS)’s 46th annual conference! On the weekend of October 9-11, DAR Staff Genealogists and DAR Library Staff attended the AAHGS Conference in a very rainy Charleston, SC. I

As you prepare for the holiday season—whether that means baking pumpkin pies, readying the guest room for cherished company, or setting a beautiful table for Thanksgiving dinner — don’t forget to treat yourself, too. And if you’re a genealogy enthusiast, DAR has the perfect gift waiting for you.

Starting today

The DAR Records Preservation Committee is excited to announce volunteer opportunities for the new Texas Reparations Claims Indexing Project!  An estimated 46,000 images were digitized by the National Archives and Records Administration as the result of the Texas Society Daughters of the American Revolution, Honorary State Regent Susan

The 45th International Association of Jewish Genealogical Societies (IAJGS) International Conference on Jewish Genealogy was held in Fort Wayne, Indiana, August 10th to the 14th at the Grand Wayne Convention Center with close proximity to the Allen County Public Library. The IAJGS is an umbrella organization of more than 90

DAR’s eApplication system, which is currently used for online new member applications, is getting an upgrade! But what does that mean for you?

The upgraded new eApplication system addresses the limitations and hurdles both prospective members and chapter officers have faced while completing online new member applications. Our goal is

The Daughters of the American Revolution is dedicated to its mission of preserving history, educating future generations, and honoring those who served our country and supported the founding of the United States. As part of this mission, we continue to build upon extensive genealogical resources to ensure broader audiences have

I was thrilled to join with members of the DAR Application Task Force (ATF) for a week of genealogical research at the FamilySearch Library in Salt Lake City, Utah. The purpose of the trip was two-fold; the first goal was to assist numerous prospective members with the research and completion