Are you interested in becoming a Daughter?
Any woman 18 years or older who can prove lineal, bloodline descent from an ancestor who aided in achieving American independence is eligible to join the DAR. She must provide documentation for each statement of birth, marriage, and death, as well as of the Revolutionary War service of her patriot ancestor.
Steps for Membership
1. Contact us! If you have a known patriot or have a new patriot to prove we are able to help!
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2. We have a chapter member that is able to guide you through the application process. Please take a moment to explore our National Website, the DAR Library, and the Genealogy Resource System (GRS) which is our online library that is free and available to assist you with your research.
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3. Compile your family records and complete your family information sheet. Our registrar will take the information provided and help to build your application.
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4. Gather your documents to prove birth, death, marriage dates as well as links between generations.
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5. Complete your application and send to the National Society for review.
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6. Our team of genealogists at DAR Headquarters will review your application, verify the lineage, and issue your National Society Number.