Meet Frank Dougherty
Frank, a registered member of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians with a 50% blood quantum, traces his ancestry through his father. Regarding his maternal lineage, his mother is white with family roots in upstate New York, which includes a small portion of unrecognized Mohawk heritage.
He wrote this workbook to hand you the map he wishes he'd had when he started: the steps, the records, the scripts, and honest expectations.
"Document everything. Don't go by hearsay. Take your time, honor the ancestors by getting the facts right, and enjoy the journey."
Why Whitestone Ancestry
Whitestone Ancestry creates beginner-friendly, respectful, evidence-based genealogy education. Our goal is to help you organize your research, understand historical records, and explore your possible heritage with patience and integrity.
Whitestone Ancestry is an independent educational resource. We are not affiliated with, and do not represent, any tribal nation or government agency. We do not guarantee ancestry discovery, tribal citizenship, or any financial benefit. Enrollment decisions are made solely by sovereign nations.