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Historic Preservation

The NSCDA has preserved more sites than any other preservation society and remains a leader in this field. With our historic preservation efforts, we’re ensuring that the diverse stories of the people, places, and pieces of history from our nation's past will shape our nation's path forward.

Dames In Action

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Great American Treasures

Every home has stories to tell.

We launched Great American Treasures, a collection of more than 60 historic homes and sites across the United States, as a way of telling the diverse stories of our nation. Learn More

Featured Property

Dumbarton House

Originally named Belle Vue, Dumbarton House in Washington, D.C. was purchased by the NSCDA in 1928. Today, this beautiful federal-period building serves as an AAM accredited museum and historic site as well as the home of the NSCDA's operations. See All

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2022 Lamar Award Recipients

The Lamar Awards for Excellence recognize outstanding corporate society projects and programs in our three mission areas: museum properties, historical activities, and patriotic service. All Recipients

  • Florida Society

    "FOAR From Home"

  • North Carolina Society

    "Outlander in the Cape Fear"

  • Texas Society

    "The Slave Quarters Experience: A Weekend for Community"

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