Bloomington Chapter, NSDAR, welcomes all women, 18 years and older, regardless of race, religion, or ethnic background, who can trace their lineage to a Patriot of the American Revolutionary War.
We will help you every step of the way! Do not feel that you have to have completed your own research before you start working with one of our volunteer genealogists. Click here to email our regent and registrar to learn more! You are also welcome to attend our regular chapter meetings to better get to know us.
How do I start my lineage research? If you are interested in joining DAR, gather your own birth and marriage certificates, plus your parents’ birth, marriage, and death (if applicable) certificates. For each birth certificate submitted, be sure that the certificate shows the names of the parents of the child. Many omit this information, and it is essential to our documentation. We will guide you from there. Even if you do not know much about the older generations of your family, we can often find your connection to a Patriot in the American Revolutionary War using the information you provide. Remember, the number of potential Patriots in your family tree doubles with each generation!
What constitutes acceptable patriotic service? The National Society considers service, with some exceptions, for the time period between 19 April 1775 (Battle of Lexington) and 26 November 1783 (withdrawal of British Troops from New York). This service is not limited only to men or those who were enlisted in the military during this period, as many people provided service during the American Revolutionary War by paying taxes, providing food or supplies, or other activities that qualify them as a Patriot for the purposes of DAR membership.
We are glad you are interested in DAR and look forward to having you join us.
All photos courtesy of the NSDAR, Bloomington Chapter, NSDAR and its members.
