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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.

The Military History of the DAR Headquarters

Events Calendar

12:00-1:00 ET

P.G. Assembly Room

What was the DAR Hospital Corps?

When did the DAR join international relief efforts during World War 1? 

 

Why did the DAR start a program to “rechickenize France”? 

Where was the DAR daycare for the children of defense workers during World War II?  

Join the DAR Library for our Veteran's Day program as we explore the many uses of the DAR Headquarters during wartime.  We’ll cover the military history of 1776 D St NW from the Spanish-American War to Vietnam.

2023 National DAR Day of Service

2023 National DAR Day of Service

DAR members celebrate the National DAR Day of Service each year on the anniversary of the organization’s founding – October 11. DAR was founded on the ideals of service and members have been dedicated to giving back to their communities through volunteer initiatives ever since. Check out just a few of the many volunteer service projects that members performed in their local communities in honor of the 2023 National DAR Day of Service.

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