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Clan Campbell Society
(North America)

Photo: Inveraray Castle on the west coast of Scotland is the ancestral home of the
Duke of Argyll, Chief of the Clan Campbell

Inverary Castle

Kevin G Campbell

Kevin G. Campbell

 

Kevin G. Campbell is a dedicated genealogist and recognized contributor within the global Campbell DNA community. With more than four decades of research experience, Kevin began tracing his ancestry through traditional records in the late 1970s and has since become a strong advocate for integrating documentary research with advanced genetic analysis.

He is a regular attendee at major genealogy conferences, including RootsTech, where he stays at the forefront of developments in genetic genealogy, data interpretation, and collaborative research methods. His continued engagement in these forums reflects both his commitment to lifelong learning and his desire to bring best practices back to the Campbell research community.

Kevin is a leading contributor and researcher within the Campbell Y-DNA Project, widely regarded as the largest Scottish DNA project and one of the most significant surname-based DNA initiatives in the world. Through his work with Y-DNA, autosomal DNA, and mitochondrial testing, he has helped refine lineage groupings, identify ancestral connections across continents, and strengthen the documented structure of Campbell family branches. His analytical approach and collaborative spirit have assisted many individuals in confirming or discovering their ancestral lines within the broader Clan Campbell heritage.

Kevin plays an important role in advancing the understanding of Campbell origins and kinship worldwide by combining disciplined historical research with modern genetic tools. His work exemplifies a forward-thinking commitment to preserving heritage while embracing innovation, helping ensure that future generations of Campbells have a clearer and more accurate understanding of their shared history.

Join Us!

Clan Campbell Society (N.A.)

Membership benefits include:

– A subscription to our award winning 60 page quarterly magazine, "The Journal"

– Research access to our 250,000 member genealogical database via our Genealogist

– You will receive a vote in the annual elections for members of the Clan Campbell Society (NA) Executive Council

– Special Member pricing on Clan Campbell merchandise

– News of Scottish events and Scottish Highland Games Calendar

– Periodic opportunities for Group Travel to Scotland

A subscription to a monthly eNewsletter with color pictures and events information

– Free entry to Cawdor Castle, ancestral home of the Earl Cawdor, during regular open times (with valid membership card)

– Free entry to Inveraray Castle, home of the Duke of Argyll Chief of Clan Campbell, during regular open times (with valid membership card)

Membership is open to all Campbells, Campbell septs, those married to a Campbell or Campbell Sept, those descended from Clan Campbell, and to those interested in learning about the Clan Campbell, Scottish history and culture, and who acknowledge Mac Cailein Mòr as their Clan Chief, as he is the Chief of Clan Campbell, the greatest family in all of Scotland! (We're a "wee bit" biased.)

Remember, those who get the most out of being a member of the Clan Campbell Society... are those who participate. We welcome you as our kinsmen to join us in our many activities.

To become a member, complete the online registration, or for manual submissions, send in a paper Membership Application with a check.