We understand some users are experiencing issues, especially after downloading the Survey123 app. The most common problem is not being able to find the survey forms or being prompted to log in. We’ve updated the Field Collection Instructions to make the process easier. You can find them here: Guide to Field Collection for Public Researchers. Please pay special attention to Page 2 of the instructions. After installing the Survey123 app, you must access the Grave Marker Survey Form and the Cemetery Survey Form using the specific links (QR codes) provided in the guide. This step is essential to load the forms into your app. You do not need to create an account or pay for Survey123. If you're being asked to log in or subscribe, please revisit the instructions to ensure you’re following the correct access steps.
A great place to start in the DAR Revolutionary War Records search site. You can search for the City or County you are researching in, and that will bring up a list of the veterans documented to be buried in that area. Using this, along with websites like Find A Grave can help to narrow down your search. You can also reference the Find a Cemetery Near You on this page to help point you to cemeteries in your area that contain known Revolutionary War veterans.
You can help us add a cemetery to the map by completing the Cemetery Survey form in the Survey123 app! Follow the instructions in the Guide to Field Collection for Public Researchers to download the Survey123 app and choose the Cemetery Survey Form option to get started.
Check in with our LIVE RESULTS MAP often to see what graves and cemeteries have already been collected.
NOTE: The information provided is for general informational purposes only and has not been independently verified to date. Final mapping and verification of all data will occur after the close of the Grave Marker & Cemetery Collection Portal.
Absolutely! Please see the Guide to Field Collection for Public Researchers for contact information to begin the process of sharing your documentation.
We recommend contacting the landowner to request permission before entering any private property to document graves. If access is not possible, you can still submit information about the graves. Any details you can provide are still valuable to the project.
We intend to allow the collection of grave markers and cemeteries by Public Researchers until the end of this year. The finalized results of the survey will be published by July 4, 2026. However, our commitment to this project extends well beyond 2026. We will continue to update and maintain this important database, providing the public with tools to contribute and ensure the information remains accurate and current. Ohio’s State Historic Preservation Office and the Ohio History Connection is honored to serve as a trusted steward of this vital data for generations to come.
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