Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Membership Explained

America250 Presentation and Networking

If your ancestry links you to the American Revolution, you are eligible to join the Daughters of the Revolution. Sharon Patrick and Ann Rotolante of the Daniel Cooper Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) will be at Wright Library to share the application process for this volunteer group, open to women 18 and older who can prove lineal descent from a Patriot of the American Revolution.

Learn more about the help available to applicants and what ancestors can be considered Patriots.

The DAR, founded in 1890 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., is a non-profit, non-political volunteer women's service organization dedicated to historic preservation, education, and patriotism. As one of the most inclusive genealogical societies in the country, DAR boasts nearly 190,000 members in 3,000 chapters across the United States and internationally. Any woman 18 years or older-regardless of race, religion, or ethnic background-who can prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution, is eligible for membership. (dar.org)

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Wright Memorial Public Library

Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Membership Explained is taking place at Wright Memorial Public Library, which is located at 1776 Far Hills Avenue in Oakwood. Wright Memorial Public Library - Books are only the beginning at Wright Memorial Public Library. So much to see, so much to do!