Tennessee Genealogical Society
for all of Tennessee since 1954

Tennessee Ancestry Certificate Program

The Tennessee Genealogical Society sponsors this program to recognize and honor the early settlers who helped shape the great state of Tennessee. Persons wishing to place their ancestors in this roll of honor are invited to submit an application with supporting documents or other evidence that proves their prime ancestor lived in Tennessee or the area that became Tennessee before 1880. Family charts or computer printouts are not considered sufficient proof.

Attractive hand-lettered certificates suitable for framing are issued each person whose application meets program qualifications. The certificates are inscribed with the prime ancestor's name, when and where he or she settled in Tennessee, and the applicant's name.

Application for certificate to be printed and completed.

A book has been published from the early certificates. It's title is: Tennessee Settlers and Their Descendants. This book can be purchased from the TN Gen Society. Please see the publication listing for ordering information.