Welcome to the Clan Campbell Society (North America)

Explore more than a thousand years of Clan Campbell history, Scottish genealogy, heritage, and Highland traditions while discovering the enduring cultural legacy of Scotland and its Highland clans.

Founded in 1929, the Clan Campbell Society (North America) operates exclusively for charitable, educational, and scientific purposes. The Society preserves and promotes the history, genealogy, heraldry, and cultural heritage of Clan Campbell and its septs for the public benefit. Through historical education, genealogical and genetic research, publications, and participation in Scottish cultural events and Highland Games, the Society encourages a deeper understanding of Scottish history and traditions.

The Clan Campbell Society (North America) sponsors the world’s largest Campbell surname Y-DNA project — the largest Clan Campbell genetic genealogy research initiative in the world — and supports the public study of Scottish genealogy, heraldry, ancestry, and family history. Whether you are researching your Campbell roots, exploring Scottish clan history, or seeking to connect with Scottish heritage and traditions, the Society provides educational resources, cultural programs, and a global community dedicated to preserving Scotland’s rich legacy.

Join the Clan Campbell Society (North America) and become part of a worldwide community committed to preserving and sharing Scottish history, genealogy, culture, and Highland traditions for future generations. We invite you to explore our educational resources, participate in Highland Games and cultural events, support genealogical and DNA research, and connect with fellow members who share an interest in Clan Campbell and Scottish heritage.

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About Us: A Short History of the Clan Campbell Society in North America

2026 Delaware Certificate of Incorporation

We stand at a pivotal crossroads in the 97-year history of our organized presence in North America. We are building a Society that is as professional in its governance as it is proud of its heritage. But we need your HELP....

2026 Clan Campbell Society (NA) and CCEF Annual General Meetings

The 2026 AGM is scheduled! We are gathering September 11, 2026 thru September 13, 2026, in Nashville, TN.

Clan Campbell Tartans

Many a Campbell and member of a Campbell sept has sought the answer to that question upon first becoming interested in his or her Scottish heritage. There is only one authority on the correct tartan or tartans of a clan: the chief of that clan.

Chief of Clan Campbell

Torquhil Ian Campbell, (born 29 May 1968) Chief of Clan Campbell, the 13th (S) and 6th (UK) Duke of Argyll, inherited the title on 21 April 2001. The family's main seat is Inveraray Castle where the Duke and Duchess live with their three children.

Clan Campbell History

Historically one of the largest and most powerful of the Scottish Highland clans. Campbell lands started in Argyll in the west, east to Perth and Kinross, and extended to the north as far as Nairn. Clan Campbell origins are placed amongst the ancient Britons of Strathclyde.

Clan Campbell Education Foundation

The Clan Campbell Education Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3), non-profit, tax-exempt charitable and educational Foundation. The purpose of the CCEF is to educate the public regarding the Clan Campbell, Scots and Scotland, and to increase the understanding of the American public of the Scots and Scottish heritage.

Campbell DNA Project

The Campbell DNA Project was launched in October of 2002 with the purpose of trying to help genealogy researchers break through brick walls. The goal of the project was to attempt to get DNA samples of several Campbell reference lineages and to look at opportunities to link current genealogy research to these lines.

Clan Campbell Castles

While the history of Clan Campbell evolved in many places besides their great castles, the remains of such places are among the most evocative and interesting to visit today. Pictured here is Inveraray Castle, home of the Clan Chief, the Duke of Argyll.

Clan Campbell Genealogy

The Clan Campbell Society (North America) Genealogy Program serves as a clearing house of information concerning CAMPBELL data. The process is threefold: (1) gathering and processing data, (2) researching these data, and (3) analyzing and reporting findings.