Who are we?

We are a multi-generational group of women who meet in various cities throughout Northern Virginia. We enjoy touring historical sites and hearing lectures on historical topics.

We are particularly interested in serving and supporting the veterans of our country and serving our communities while we Keep Green the Memory of our ancestors who fought and lived according to their beliefs.

Whether you are a visitor or in the process of joining, you are most welcome, as we support our national programs and objectives! Interested in joining? Find out more on our Membership page!

What do we do?

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We are a Detached Tent of the Daughters of the Union Veterans of the Civil War, 1861-1865 National Department, and we share a variety of purposes with the national organization, including: 
  • Keeping alive Civil War symbolism, nomenclature, music, art and literature.
  • Working to preserve Civil War Battlefields, Historic Sites, and Union Monuments.
  • Publishing books, lineage booklets, and pamphlets.
  • Locating Union Veterans' grave sites and obtaining suitable markers.
  • Observing and participating in ceremonies on national and local holidays.
  • Awarding scholarships.
  • Volunteering services at Veterans Medical Centers, State Homes, Hospitals. and Nursing Homes.
Find out more about the national organization at the National DUVCW website. DUVCW maintains a free public Civil War Museum at the headquarters at 503 S. Walnut, Springfield, IL 62704-1932 (217-544-0616).

​DUVCW is one of the Allied Orders of the Grand Army of the Republic

The Allied Orders of the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) consist of five organizations that aided the GAR when it existed.
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Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War
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Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War
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National Woman's Relief Corps
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Auxiliary to Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War
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Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic