Whether you’re looking to join a lineage society, research your ancestry, or simply learn more about American history, I hope this site becomes a favorite destination.


Georgia, founded in 1733 under General Oglethorpe, served as a refuge for debtors and a buffer against Spain. Its early years, governed by trustees, emphasized small farms and religious tolerance. By 1797, Georgia transitioned into a royal colony, with notable families shaping its history, highlighting the importance of preserving their…

The Pilgrim Hopkins Heritage Society, founded in 2005, honors Stephen Hopkins, a Mayflower passenger, by preserving his legacy and promoting research, education, and fellowship among…

The Descendants of Whaling Masters is a nonprofit organization established in 1974 to honor the legacy of whaling mariners through preservation, education, and genealogical research,…

The International Society of Sons and Daughters of Slave Ancestry honors enslaved ancestors, promotes genealogy, and connects descendants globally, transforming the legacy of slavery into…

The National Society of New England Women, founded in 1895, honors New England’s heritage, promotes civic engagement, and supports education through charitable projects, connecting past…

I’m Carole Gunst and I created this site to share what I learn as I research my ancestors and lineage societies. I’m a member of the DAR, NSCDA, Jamestowne Society, the Society of the Ark and the Dove, National Society of US Daughters of 1812, and several others. I hope you enjoy this site as much as I enjoy working on it.