Incorporated by an Act of Congress in 1896, the NSDAR is a nonprofit, nonpolitical volunteer service organization with nearly 180,000 women in some 3,000 chapters across the United States, and in nine foreign countries.

The Society was founded in Washington, D.C. on October 11, 1890, and has celebrated more than 100 years of service to the nation.

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Linda Gist Calvin, President General

Calvin Administration Theme:
"The Spirit of Hospitality...Opens Doors of Opportunity."

Objectives: Historic Preservation, Patriotism, Education

Motto: "God, Home and Country"

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Eligibility for Membership: 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.

For additional information about the National Society, please visit their web site at www.dar.org