Our Mission
The mission of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR or DAR) is to promote historic preservation, education, and patriotism.
Historic PreservationOur Daughters participate in various historic preservation projects with the desire to
honor our unique American history and to ensure that future generations will perpetuate the memory and spirit of the men and women who fought for and achieved American independence. Learn More |
EducationThe promotion of education is
one of the founding objectives of the DAR and Louis Joliet Chapter, NSDAR, is a proud co-sponsor of the Heritage Corridor Society Children of the American Revolution. We support our area youth with award recognition programs for outstanding community and patriotic service. Learn More |
PatriotismWe support our active duty military and we honor and serve our veterans from the American Revolution to the present by recognizing them and participating in causes such as DAR Project Patriot, Honor Flight Chicago, and our role as a Commemorative Partner of the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War. Learn More
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What is DAR? |
Links to Affiliate Organization Websites |
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The DAR was founded October 11, 1890, and was incorporated in 1896, by an Act of Congress. NSDAR is a non-profit, non-political, volunteer women's service organization dedicated to preserving our American history, securing America's future through better education, and promoting patriotism. It is the mission of the Daughters of Louis Joliet Chapter, NSDA, to honor our revolutionary ancestors, take pride in our country, and to willingly provide service to our communities by following the DAR Motto: God, Home, and Country.
For more information about NSDAR, click here: What is DAR? What does DAR do? History of DAR Why should I join DAR? |
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Is there a Revolutionary Patriot in your Family Tree?
Membership in the Daughters of the American Revolution honors and preserves the legacy of your patriot ancestor. Find out more about what qualifies you to be a member or find a chapter close to you.
Image by C. Watts, 2018
original cropped and lightened
original cropped and lightened
In the 1930s, the Marx Brothers performed at the Rialto Theatre in Joliet
Old Route 66 Diner,
Clinton Street, Joliet
I & M Canal
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The former St. Mary's Carmelite Church, Ottawa Street, Joliet
Honor Flight Chicago Remembrance Flag at the Vietnam Memorial in Washington, D.C.
On the Illinois & Michigan Canal
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Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery
Jefferson Street Bridge, Joliet
Autumn in Downtown Joliet
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