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The Hendersons Are Here!

Sons of Henry — Sola Virtus Nobilitat — Virtue Alone Ennobles

Welcome to the Clan Henderson Society, the worldwide organisation for descendants and friends of the Henderson family name. Founded in 1978 under the patronage of our Chief, Alistair of Fordell, we connect Hendersons across the globe through genealogy, heritage, and fellowship.

Join the Clan Henderson Society

Become a member today and connect with Hendersons worldwide. Access exclusive genealogy resources, attend Highland Games with fellow clan members, and receive our quarterly newsletter The Encyclopaedia Hendersonia.

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Discover Your Henderson Heritage

Whether your name is Henderson, Hendry, Henry, MacHendry, McKendrick, or one of the many sept names, you share a proud Scottish heritage stretching back centuries. Our genealogy resources, DNA project, and knowledgeable members can help you trace your family history.

What We Do

Connect

  • Highland Games & Gatherings across North America and beyond
  • Regional Convenors who organise local activities
  • Annual General Meeting each summer
  • Online community of Henderson descendants

Preserve

  • Henderson DNA Project for genetic genealogy
  • Quarterly newsletter The Encyclopaedia Hendersonia
  • Biographical collection of notable Hendersons
  • Scottish heritage and tartan traditions

Gather the Clan... as directed by our Chief, Alistair of Fordell, primarily by collecting and recording the genealogies of as many families of the name Henderson as possible.