NSDAR is a class act in their programs that support the mission of education, preservation, patriotism. From the essay contests to support of veterans to one of the best genealogical libraries in the country, NSDAR hits all the right notes. For women who qualify, NSDAR provides volunteer opportunities in every facet of life, and every interest.
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- EIN 53-0205923
- (202) 879-3365
- 1776 D St Nw Washington DC 20006-5303 USA
- www.dar.org
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Causes: Arts & Culture, Education, Historical Organizations, History Museums, Libraries
Mission: The national society daughters of the american revolution (nsdar) was established to perpetuate the memory and spirit of the men and women who achieved american independence. The society achieves this objective through programs which encourage historical research and publication, preservation of historical relics and documents, education and promotion of patriotic endeavors.
Programs: Genealogy and research: the national society daughters of the american revolution (nsdar) maintains a research and an extensive genealogical library. The library contains approximately 225,000 volumes, as well as many unpublished genealogy typescripts not available elsewhere. The library is open to members and non-members.
education: nsdar supports two schools in the appalachian area and makes contributions to six other schools. Nsdar awards scholarships in political science, history, government, economics, business, law, chemistry, nursing, and occupational therapy. Nsdar also publishes american spirit magazine, a bimonthy publication focusing on american history, historic preservation, patriotism, and education.
historic preservation: nsdar maintains a museum for the purpose of collecting, exhibiting, and preserving objects related to the american revolution. The museum is open to members and the general public free of charge. Nsdar's americana collection includes manuscript and imprint materials pertaining to life in colonial america, the revolutionary war era, and the early republic. Nsdar also maintains constitution hall, an auditorium dedicated to the us constitution.
board projects: this program includes activities targeted for action by the president general. The most recent project involves the ongoing preservation, restoration and improvement of the nsdar complex of historic buildings and the collections therein, supporting chapters, advancing dar's technological capabilities in support of its mission, funding community grants for historic preservation, education, and patriotism, and improving nsdar's financial stability through promotion of established programs.