Genealogy

Genealogy is by far one of the most popular hobbies in the United States. Expertise and skill levels vary considerably from novice to professional genealogy gurus.

Joining the DAR does not require an interest in genealogy, but it helps to have some knowledge of one’s ancestry. At the very least, you will need to gather documents for yourself, your parents, grandparents and possibly great-grandparents. With some 3,000 chapters nationally and internationally, DAR has teams of volunteers who can assist you if you need help with your research. Feel free to contact a chapter in your area to get started.

This section will help guide you through the beginning stages of your research. In addition to getting you started in gathering your documents and your initial research, these pages will help you find a DAR chapter near you and provide an overview of our online genealogical resources.

How Do I Begin?

Genealogical Research (GRS)

How Do I Begin?

Start with What You Know

The first step is to begin with what you know and what you can document.

Speak with Relatives

Living relatives, especially older ones, can be a wealth of information.

Start Looking Online

The advent of Internet genealogy has made genealogy much easier.

Visit Libraries, Archives and Courthouses

Not every important genealogical collection is available online

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Using the Genealogical Research System (GRS)

The DAR Genealogical Research System (GRS) is a free resource provided by the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) to aid general genealogical research and to assist with the DAR membership process. The GRS is a collection of databases that provide access to the many materials amassed by the DAR since its founding in 1890.

USING THE GRS

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How to use the Genealogical Research System

Genealogical Research System

ANCESTOR SEARCH

Search for Revolutionary Era Ancestors!

MEMBER SEARCH

Includes more than 900,000 records!

DESCENDANTS DATABASE

Includes more than 7,100,000 names!

GRC SEARCH

Genealogical Records Committee Index.

RESOURCES

Additional resources including the DAR Library Analytical Card Index and the DAR Magazine Archive

RECORD COPY

Record copies of previously verified DAR membership and supplemental applications.