On behalf of the Captain William Lytle Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR or DAR), welcome to our website!
Join us in exploring the rich tapestry of your family’s history. Whether you are just starting your journey or a seasoned genealogist, our community is here to support you with resources, expertise, and camaraderie. Dive into the past and discover the stories that shaped your present.
We are a growing chapter located in beautiful and historic Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Our chapter is home to vibrant, talented, and service-oriented women who have a passion for serving their community and America by promoting the DAR’s core values of patriotism, education, and historic preservation.
Our chapter meets monthly from September through June with several social events sprinkled throughout the year. Our meetings are educational, productive, and fun events. We encourage you to join us as a guest and bring your genealogy questions. Come check us out and learn how you can begin your journey of discovery by joining one of the oldest women’s organizations in the United States.
The NSDAR was founded on October 11, 1890, and the Tennessee Society NSDAR was founded on December 18, 1892, by Mrs. Harvey Mathes of Memphis. The first chapter was named the Dolly Madison Chapter, NSDAR of Memphis, but was later renamed the Hermitage Chapter. There are 103 chapters within the State of Tennessee as the state is divided into five districts: Chickasaw, Cumberland, Sequoyah, Cherokee, and Appalachian.
The Shawnee Chapter, NSDAR, was formed in February 1924 in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, and was renamed in 1930 to the Captain William Lytle Chapter, NSDAR, honoring Captain William Lytle, an American Patriot who gave 60 acres of land to form the city of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
Today's DAR is Energetic and Fun!
Wrapping birthday presents with A Soldier’s Child Foundation, chapter socials, historic cemetery cleanup and preservation projects, Patriot grave marking ceremonies, planting trees and pollinator gardens, crafting lap quilts for veterans, taking cookies to our first responders, collecting and donating school supplies for local teachers, and supporting our veterans are some of the many projects of our chapter. Today’s DAR is energetic and fun!
We have multiple committees offering an array of community service projects and activities. Join us and make a difference within our community!
What the Does DAR Do?
The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR or DAR), was founded on October 11, 1890, by four determined women and a supporting cast of patriotic citizens. Decidedly not ladies of leisure, the four founders were anything but traditional.
Learn more about the formative years of the organization and the brave women who laid the groundwork for the National Society that is still going strong over 125 years later.
The DAR’s impact on communities strives to create healthy communities through service, education, and patriotism.
Are you ready to make a difference?