DAR – A Women’s Only Organization, or Is It?
The DAR formed during a wave of patriotic interest in the late 19th century, partly in response to women being excluded from the Sons of the American Revolution. Early efforts focused on preserving Revolutionary War history, but it quickly grew into a major service organization.
Notable projects include:
* Maintaining historic properties and a museum at national headquarters in Washington, D.C. (featuring decorative arts and exhibitions).
* Supporting DAR Schools and educational initiatives.
* Marking patriot graves and contributing to war efforts (e.g., during the Spanish-American War and World Wars).
* Current focus on America’s 250th anniversary (Semiquincentennial) in 2026, with events, patriot markers, educational programs highlighting diverse patriots, and community celebrations.
Prominent past and present members include First Ladies (e.g., Caroline Harrison, Eleanor Roosevelt, Rosalynn Carter, Barbara Bush, Laura Bush), politicians, military officers, and entertainers.
Today, the DAR describes itself as a volunteer service organization whose members reflect a range of backgrounds and local communities, with an emphasis on heritage, education, and patriotism.
My Special guests today are Laura McDonald and Carol Nichols
Laura McDonald is a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She currently holds the office of Recording Secretary for her local chapter in East Texas.
She and thousands of other members of the DAR are fighting to RESTORE and preserve DAR as a women’s only genealogical society.
Carol Nichols is a venture capitalist, a retired Banker with a passion for helping women succeed. She is a native of Austin, Texas and has resided in Dallas for over 40 years.
Carol’s leadership journey began when she was elected President of the Kappa Kappa Gamma Chapter at University of Georgia in 1978.
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