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DAR National Headquarters is closed to the public for the 135th Continental Congress from Monday June 22 - Saturday June 26. 
We are excited to welcome so many members to Washington, D.C. for an incredible week!

 

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Samplers and Silk Embroideries

Slide lecture and study session Olive Graffam, curator of collections, DAR Museum


Examine approximately thirty examples of American needlework from the DAR Museum collection. Explore changes in American samplers and silk embroideries within the context of American culture from 1750 to 1840. Also discussed are stylistic changes in needlework and how they relate to other decorative arts.


$25 per person. Reservations required no later than November 20th

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