Joining DAR
Daughters of the American Revolution is comprised of female descendants of individuals who served in or gave material aid to the cause of American Independence.
An applicant for membership must be no less than 18 years of age. Her ancestor may have signed the Declaration of Independence, served in the military, served in civil service or provided other patriotic service. An ancestor can be male or female.
Women may join a local chapter or become a member-at-large. Application is subject to approval by the National Society. The Daughters of the American Revolution does not discriminate based on race, color, or religion. You must prove your lineal, bloodline descent from a Revolutionary patriot with documents such as:
- Birth Certificates
Death Certificates
Marriage Records
U.S. Census Records
Will or Probate Records
Cemetery Records/Photographs
Bible Records
While it's a big job to prove a lineage, there are resources to assist you in your effort. The NSDAR Website has a comprehensive area with tips on proving your lineage, a research system designed to help you pinpoint your Revolutionary ancestor, and step-by-step instructions on joining.
Our chapter has members happy to help you along the way. We invite you to attend any of our meetings as a guest, and let us help you get started, or help you complete, your application to become a DAR Daughter!