The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) headquarters is one of the world's largest buildings of its kind owned and maintained exclusively by women. To take a virtual tour of DAR headquarters, click here.

To learn about the history of the DAR headquarters building, click here.

To check out a list of famous women—including first ladies, writers, social reformers and entertainers—who are or were members of DAR, click here.

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