DAR members – click here to register for the 102nd Dedication Day.
Kate Duncan Smith
DAR School, Inc.
Kate Duncan Smith DAR School
102nd Dedication Day
October 14–16, 2026
Registration is for attending DAR Members only.
Tentative Schedule
Wednesday, October 14
4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Welcome Reception, Hampton Inn, Guntersville
Sponsored by the Alabama Society DAR
Thursday, October 15
9:00 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
10:45 a.m.
12:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m.
2:00 p.m.
3:15 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
Welcome to KDS, Central Campus Parking Lot
Orientation and J.A.C. Program, DAR Lunchroom
Campus Tours, Classroom Visits, Museum
Lunch, DAR Lunchroom
KDS Committee Meetings, Locations TBD
KDS Board of Trustees Meeting, New York Reception Room
DAR of Michigan Special Project, Michigan Center
Dutch Dinner, Top o' the River, Guntersville
or enjoy dinner on-your-own in a local restaurant
Arts & Crafts Show, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., sponsored by the KDS Art Department
Doris Pike White Gymnasium
Friday, October 16
9:00 a.m.
11:30 a.m.
Dedication Day Program, Burkey Center
Famous Basket Lunch, DAR Lunchroom
Arts & Crafts Show, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., sponsored by the KDS Art Department
Doris Pike White Gymnasium
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