Shopping Online During the Virtual 130th Continental Congress

Denise Doring VanBuren, President General

June 25, 2021

Let’s be honest: we all know shopping is one of our favorite activities during Continental Congress! After all, thanks to the fabulous items available in the Junior Shoppe, the DAR Insignia Store and the DAR Store, there are always fun, new things to add to our DAR collections.

Well, great news! You can still find your treasures – but this year do it from the comfort of your home because all of our three DAR shops are ready to take your online orders during the Virtual 130^th Continental Congress! No waiting in line, no aching feet, no stress – just point and click!

The DAR Store

The DAR Store has some great Congress-only deals just for you!

Have you purchased a VanBuren Tote Bag? If not, it’s not too late to pick up this classic carry-all that can live beyond this administration. For this year’s Congress week only, you may buy the VanBuren Tote and stunning 1776 Evening Bag for a combined total price of $100 – that’s a $26 savings.

How about a Sunshine Scarf and a Sunshine Bracelet? Regularly priced at $45 and $35, respectively, but for Congress 2021, you can buy both for a combined price of $60 – that’s a $20 discount.

If you have not already purchased your 2021 Congress gift box, you better hurry before they are all gone. This box contains a cutting board with DAR logo, sunshine napkins, dip mix and a custom dip spreader. You only need to add your favorite chips, crackers or bread (and perhaps a libation if you are so inclined!)

How about a keepsake pen celebrating the monumental restoration of DAR Constitution Hall? This unique writing implement boasts a retractable banner displaying a picture of Constitution Hall. Why not pick up several of these unique commemoratives, which retail for just $2?

And in case you didn’t get a collector 2020 virtual Congress pouch, you can still get one for a reduced price of $5 if you hurry, as supplies are limited.

The DAR Store is stocked and ready to package and mail your orders. All you have to do is get online, browse our deals -- and shop, shop, shop!

The DAR Insignia Store

The DAR Insignia Store is your one-stop shop for all things Insignia during the Virtual 130^thContinental Congress! During last year's Congress, the store celebrated its first release with the beautiful VanBuren President General's Project pin! Each radiant pin features an 'Inaugural DAR Insignia' back-stamp, commemorating the momentous store launch. You can show your support for the VanBuren Administration by adding it to your Insignia collection today.

Hundreds of pins and Insignia accessories are available online, with additional inventory added each week. Newly added to the site are the beautiful Patriots Abroad and Bicentennial of the Santa Fe Trail pins. These commemoratives are available to be purchased and displayed proudly by all members, making them a wonderful gift for yourself or another DAR member in your life! Also available now is the NSDAR Legacy pin. This pin celebrates the bonds of membership and is available to be purchased by members who have confirmed their Legacy status. The DAR Insignia Store plans to release a variety of new pins just in time for Congress, so please be sure to check back during Congress week to see what exciting new items are available.

Need more incentive to add to your collection? Well, to celebrate Virtual Congress, the DAR Insignia Store is offering a complimentary Insignia polishing cloth with all Insignia purchases made from June 28 to July 4. This ultra-soft polishing cloth, a Congress exclusive, is perfect for making sure your entire Insignia collection shines brilliantly forevermore on your official DAR ribbon!

The Junior Shoppe

Throughout the entire Virtual 130th Continental Congress, you may support the Junior Shoppe online! All of the traditional Junior products can be purchased from the DAR Store and tees are available through Custom Ink. In addition to two returning favorite tee-shirts from 2020, a new tee shirt perfect for volunteering while promoting the DAR objective of Education will be available for purchase in June only! Finally, visit the Junior Auction for patriotic jewelry, vintage home accessories, and your chance to bid on a 14k Gold insignia with diamond or a collection of State Regents Pins from 2020-2021!

Just because we can’t be together in person, doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy souvenirs from our virtual visit. Ready, set, charge (it)!

View photos of these amazing store products here.

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