Clan MacDougall Society of North America

The Clan MacDougall Society of North America is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the heritage, traditions, and customs of Clan MacDougall and Clan MacDowall. The society is focused on educational, historical, and literary activities that aim to connect individuals with their Scottish roots.

Purpose and Activities

The society's purposes include:

• Research and Preservation: Collecting and preserving historical materials related to Clan MacDougall and Clan MacDowall.
• Education: Facilitating academic study through scholarship programs and promoting traditionally Scottish topic areas.
• Community Building: Encouraging social interaction among clan members and facilitating tourism to Scottish sites significant to the clans.
• Cultural Preservation: Perpetuating Scottish traditions and customs.

Membership

Membership in the society is open to those with the surnames MacDougall, MacDowall, or historically associated names, as well as descendants or individuals connected by marriage. Additionally, anyone interested in being part of the community can join, regardless of their surname.

Crests and Mottoes

Clan MacDougall's crest features an arm in armor holding a cross, with the motto "Buaidh No Bas," meaning "Victory or death." Clan MacDowall's crest includes an arm upright holding a sword, with the motto "VINCERE VEL MORI," meaning "To Conquer or die."

Family Associations

Both clans have associated family names:

• MacDougall: Includes variations like Dougall, Dougal, and others.
• MacDowall: Includes names such as Coyle, Coul, and variations of the MacDowall surname.

Tartans

The society highlights the distinct tartans associated with each clan, such as the MacDougall Modern and Ancient tartans, and the MacDowall tartan.