Scottish Heritage & Genealogy Library
Access to the Society's Scottish Heritage & Genealogy Library is open to the general public, as well as other Scottish clan or heritage societies and associations. The library consists of various works, rare and popular, which pertain to Scotland's heritage, traditions, and customs; as well as genealogy. Many of these works are not available in public libraries.
Members: Virtually all items are available for loan. Members are responsible for a nominal rental fee and shipping costs. A replacement deposit maybe required on several pieces due to the rare and expensive nature of some of these works. Members who wish to stop by the library may do so by appointment, at no cost. Members interested in more information should login to the Members Only area of this website, as further information and details are available there.
Non-Members: Admission is available to the general public by appointment only. An admission fee of $5 is due at the door. If you plan on attending one of the Events on our calendar, and would like us to bring a particular item...please contact us. We would be happy to let you review any of our resource material at these events, no charge.
Below are a few examples of what is available in our library...
Surnames of Scotland : Their Origin, Meaning and History
by Black (Reference Material)Provides a brief history for virtually all Scottish surnames.
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A system of heraldry: Speculative and practical : with the true art of blazon... Volumes I & II (1790)
by Nesbit (Reference Material)
The definitive authority on the heraldic history of Scotland. This two volume set includes the armorial bearings and history of virtually every Scottish family dating back to the feudal system. Item was first published in 1790.- - - - -
The General Armory of England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales. Comprising a Registry of Armorial Bearings from the Earliest to the Present Time (1996). (Reference Material)
By Sir Bernard Burke, C.B., LL.D., Ulster King of Arms
This three volume set provides the description for all individuals granted armorial bearings from the heraldic authorities of the United Kingdom. Material in this reference book dates back to the 1100's.- - - - -
The Scots Peerage: Founded on Wood's edition of Sir Robert Douglas's peerage...; Volumes I-IX. (1907)
This nine volume set first published in 1907, provides the family history of virtually all the noble families of Scotland. These volumes are provided on CD-ROM, in PDF format.
Legends of the Braes O'Mar, by J. Grant (1861)
This piece of literature provides the history of the Mar District of Scotland, its ancient customs, and various legends.
The Braemar Highlands, their Tales, Traditions, and History, by Elizabeth Taylor (1869)
This piece of literature provides the history of the Braemar Highlands, including descriptions of the lands, castles, and estates in the area.
Society of Antiquaries of Scotland - Newsletters
Society of Antiquaries of Scotland - Newsletters
The Society's library includes many pieces of literature, music, and art of interest to anyone of Scottish heritage!
Clan Strachan Scottish Heritage Society, Inc.
Scottish Heritage & Genealogy Library
27574 Commerce Center Drive, Suite 136
Temecula, CA 92591 (USA)
Tel. 951-699-8740, Ext. 12
(8AM to 5PM Monday thru Friday PST)
Ask for Jim Strachan
* Admission by appointment only.