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DAR Headquarters, including the DAR Museum and DAR Library, will be closed to the public on Saturday, June 13 
due to street closures and access restrictions connected with an area event. Additionally, street traffic and parking 
in the area will be significantly restricted in the days leading up to and following the weekend events.

How do I schedule a tour?

How do I schedule a tour?

Complete the online form or email [email protected]. Tours are only available Mondays, Wednesdays and Friday mornings. 

A tour must be completed in order to proceed with a booking. We do not offer tours on the weekend, but prospective clients may do a self-guided tour along with follow up with NSDAR Event Staff. Remote tours are also available as an alternative. 

What is DAR?

What is DAR?

The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) is a non-profit, non-political volunteer women’s service organization founded in 1890. 

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.

Memorial at North Carolina State University

Memorial at North Carolina State University

Historical Significance

The monument is to honor and commemorate the men and women of the original 13 colonies and their efforts for our independence.  All 13 colonies have a stone with their names, with North Carolina on the top.  There is a plaque on the stone in the middle.

 

Monument Information

Monument Date: 1936

Dedicated By: Caswell-Nash Chapter NSDAR

McIntyre Skirmish/Battle of the Bees Monument

McIntyre Skirmish/Battle of the Bees Monument

Historical Significance

Monument marks the location of the McIntyre Skirmish, aka the Battle of McIntyre's Farm, aka the Battle of the Bees, which occured on October 3, 1780. It is designated as a City Landmark.

 

Marker Information

Marker Date: 1901

Dedicated By: Mecklenburg Chapter NSDAR

Marker Text: 
In Commemoration of the McIntyre Skirmish Oct. 3 1780 
Erected by Mecklenburg Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution 1901