Genealogy and Research

Our chapter has a group of experienced genealogists ready to assist you in your quest to join the DAR. Contact our registrar with any questions – she will be happy to assist you.

Researching Your Patriot


Let’s get you on the path to search your family ancestry – possibly you are well on your way down this path. We want to help you find the resources that will make this easy for you.

Do you have an American Revolutionary Patriot in your family? Has a relative joined in the past? DAR members share a common bond of lineal descent from Patriots of the American Revolution, and a desire to honor their memory.

Joining the DAR does not require a complete family tree. It will help if you have some knowledge of your family ancestry or roots. At a minimum, you will need to gather documents for yourself, your parents, grandparents, and possibly even your great grandparents.

Our National Society webpage has some wonderful genealogy resources:

Revolutionary War Soldier Research Information

Our members find using helpful links further their search in finding their American Revolutionary War Patriots. Here is a short list of helpful links: 

Continue to learn more about our chapter namesake and our Patriots by selecting the menu item at the top under genealogy.