Clan Henderson Society
Henderson heritage, tartan, motto and joining information, with society sources in one place.
| Clan connection | Henderson |
|---|---|
| Clan profile | |
| Motto | Sola Virtus Nobilitat - "Virtue Alone Ennobles". |
| Tartan | The society describes a predominantly green tartan with blue and black bands and yellow and white stripes. It lists Ancient, Modern, Dress, Muted and Weathered variations. Tartan source |
| Official website | Visit organisation |
| Membership | Membership informationEligibility and dues are set by each organisation. |
| Contact | Public contact page |
| Gatherings | Next date not verifiedAsk the society before making plans. |
| More sources | Organisation source |
| Source check | October 10, 2026Research snapshot, not a live feed. |
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Tartan, heraldry & the story
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The story behind the name
"Sons of Henry" is the society's starting point, but its story has several roots: Caithness, Fordell, Glencoe, Shetland/Liddesdale and Ulster. It describes Glencoe Henderson ties to the MacDonalds and Caithness ties to Clan Gunn. That regional variety matters: a shared modern surname does not collapse every family into one proven ancestor. Clan story source
A surname story is a starting point, not your family tree. To connect yourself to it, work back through named relatives and records. A faire souvenir or surname-matched coat of arms does not establish descent or heraldic entitlement.
Your Henderson questions, answered
Where does Clan Henderson come from?
The society describes Henderson as "sons of Henry" and names roots in Caithness, Fordell, Glencoe, Shetland/Liddesdale and Ulster. That is clan history, not a personal family-tree finding. History source
Does my surname belong to Clan Henderson?
The society lists Henderson, Henryson, Henrisoun, Hendry, Henry, Hendrie, MacHenry and McHenry among its names. This is a selection, not the full list or proof of your ancestry. Name-list source
What is the Henderson tartan?
The society describes a predominantly green tartan with blue and black bands and yellow and white stripes. It lists Ancient, Modern, Dress, Muted and Weathered variations. Tartan source
What is Clan Henderson's motto?
Sola Virtus Nobilitat - "Virtue Alone Ennobles". Motto source
How do I join Clan Henderson Society?
The society offers an annual membership application. Its current page lists $25 per year. Check its eligibility and final terms on the society site. Membership source
When is the next Henderson gathering?
No dated next gathering has been verified for this record. Ask the organisation rather than reuse an old festival date.
The Henderson Society also advertises a Scotland trip for 2027. The society summary does not state exact dates, so this is not listed as a dated gathering. Trip information
Does Clan Henderson offer a DNA project or genealogy help?
The society offers genealogy help and discusses DNA matching and regional roots. No separate DNA-project eligibility or provider terms were verified in this profile. Source
Is there a Clan Henderson coat of arms I can use?
The Court of the Lord Lyon says a clan cannot have a coat of arms. The chief's arms belong to the chief; a clan member may use the chief's crest in a belt-and-buckle badge. A shared surname does not give you the chief's personal arms. Lord Lyon guidance
Can I wear the tartan without joining?
The Scottish Register of Tartans says there are no laws about which tartan you may wear, only traditions. Membership and ancestry are separate questions. Register guidance