Joseph McNeil carries the McNeil name with honor through a remarkable life of service and courage. Born in 1942 in […]
Echoes of the Clan: Joseph Alfred McNeil’s Stand for Civil Rights Read More »
Genealogy, Heritage
Clan MacNeil’s rich heritage extends beyond those who bear the MacNeil/McNeill names. Across the centuries, several allied families, or septs,
MacGougan, MacGrail, and Other Septs: Their Place in Clan MacNeil Read More »
Genealogy, Heritage
The Macneil (and McNeill) name has traveled far beyond the shores of Barra, Colonsay, and Gigha. Today, descendants can be
Tracking Macneil and McNeill Family Migrations Through Historical Records Read More »
Genealogy, Heritage
In the early 1600s, the British Crown launched the Plantation of Ulster—one of the most transformative episodes in Irish and
The Plantation of Ulster and the McNeill Legacy Read More »
Genealogy, Heritage
In this month’s Echoes of the Clan feature, we remember two remarkable individuals whose legacy lives on through education, civic
Echoes of the Clan: Mae Allegra Carstensen Nelson & Dr. Randall Hylman Nelson Read More »
Genealogy, Heritage
While many are familiar with the Macneils of Barra, there exists another vital chapter in our clan’s history—one rooted in
The McNeills of Gigha and Colonsay: Their Role in Scottish and Irish History Read More »
Genealogy, Heritage
Migration has long been a defining aspect of Scottish and Irish history, and the clan families were no exception. Across
The Scottish and Irish Migration Connection: How Clan Families Settled in New Lands Read More »
Genealogy, Heritage
Louise McNeill Pease (1911–1993) was a distinguished Appalachian poet, historian, and educator from West Virginia. Born on January 9, 1911,
Introduction While the names Macneil or McNeill are the most commonly associated surnames with Clan Macneil, the clan’s extended family
The Septs of Clan Macneil: Exploring the Extended Family Read More »
Genealogy, Heritage
Introduction The shared history between Scotland and Ireland is deeply intertwined, with centuries of migration, cultural exchange, and family connections.
Scottish and Irish Genealogical Connections: Tracing Your Ancestry Across the Isles Read More »
Genealogy, Heritage
Introduction If you’ve ever researched your Macneil or McNeill ancestry, you’ve likely encountered multiple spellings of the surname. Some records
Tracing Your Macneil/McNeill Ancestry: Navigating the Name Variations Read More »
Genealogy, Heritage
We very excited to share the first episode of our new podcast, The Clan Niall Chronicles! Alissa Nolan hosts a conversation with the living CMAA Presidents! Let us know how you love it!
The Clan Niall Chronicles: The Living Presidents of Clan Macneil USA Read More »
HeritageComing soon to Clan Macneil USA’s YouTube channel is our brand-new podcast – The Clan Niall Chronicles! Our podcast Welcome
Coming soon – The Clan Niall Chronicles! Read More »
HeritageDuring this unprecedented time, we are very anxious of what is happening across the globe. With Scottish events being heavily
Reaching Out to Our Scottish Community Read More »
CMAA Business, Heritage
Thig aon thig a h-uile càil (Come one Come all) All Macneils are welcome to join us for the Clan Gathering on the Isle of Barra! Save the Date!
Clan Macneil Gathering – Save the Date! Read More »
CMAA Business, Heritage, Travel