In simple terms, we proudly represent our clan as the Western USA Branch of the international Clan MacLachlan Society headquartered in Scotland, and presided over by our Clan Chief, Euan Maclachlan of Maclachlan. Now there is a local organization, "ready, willing and able" to serve clansmen and ladies in the Western United States.

While we are a new branch of the international society, we are not new to the "clan scene." Our history began in the autumn of 1991 as an independent group we named "Clan MacLachlan of the Southwest" when a handful of 13 dedicated people banded together informally to honor our proud heritage as MacLachlans, Gilchrists and MacEwens while having fun in the process.

We set up our award-winning Information/Hospitality Tent whenever possible at Highland Games and other Scottish gatherings in California, Oregon, Nevada, Arizona, Colorado, Utah, Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, and New Mexico. We also publish an outstanding quarterly newsletter for our members. The "White Cockade" is chock full of articles submitted by our clansmen and ladies, including summaries of outings attended, a listing of the games and gatherings where Clan MacLachlan will be represented, members' family news and how-to tips from our Branch Genealogist. Our members also receive personal copies of the internationally-recognized "Clan Lachlan" magazine published semi-annually by the parent society.

Scholarships are awarded annually for studies in Scottish/Celtic art, language and literature.

Social functions are a vital part of our existence; in addition to scheduled events such as Robert Burns dinners, picnics, etc., you often may find a group of us at a member's home for an impromptu "sip and sitdown" in the finest Scottish tradition.

Membership in our branch includes membership in the international Clan MacLachlan Society (with NO additional dues required) and access to the Society's extensive genealogical database to help you in your search for your own family members, past and present.

We hope this brief introduction has piqued your interest, and that you will join us for a mutually rewarding association. As a clansman, you WILL be made welcome.