Est. 2026
The Glen & Glenn
Heritage Society
"Alta Pete" — Aim High
Heraldry
The Glen Crest
The Glen Crest bears the motto “Alta Pete” — Aim High — embodying the aspiration and resilience of the Glen family across eight centuries of Scottish history.
"Touch not the cat but a glove."
Traditional Motto of the Glen Family
The Weave of the Valley
The Glenn Tartan
Held within The Scottish Register of Tartans (STA Reference 5930), the Glenn Tartan may be worn by all who carry the name and its spelling variations. Designed by Dr. Philip D. Smith Jr. for The David Glen Family and recorded on 1 January 2000.
STA Reference
5930
Designer
Dr. Philip D. Smith Jr.
Recorded
1 January 2000
Worn By
All name variations
The Repository
Living Archive
A growing collection of resources spanning genealogy, maps, migration,
military service, and more.
Living Archive
Family trees, lineage research, and vital records for Glen and Glenn families worldwide.
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Maps
Historical maps of Scotland and the heartlands of the Glen name.
Migration
Emigration records tracing the Glen diaspora from Scotland to the world.
Military Service
Service records of Glen and Glenn family members across the centuries.
Newsletter
The official Society newsletter — free to all. Email us to subscribe.
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Obituaries
Memorial records honoring Glen and Glenn family members who came before us.
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Oral Histories
Recorded stories and personal testimonies from Glen and Glenn family members.
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Photos
Historical photographs documenting the lives of Glen and Glenn families.
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Recipes
Traditional Scottish recipes passed down through Glen and Glenn families.
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Stories
Family legends and the remarkable stories of Glen and Glenn individuals throughout history.
Tartans
The Glenn Tartan (STA 5930) and related tartan resources for all who carry the name.
The Repository
Founding Document
Name
The Glen and Glenn Heritage Society
Mission Statement
The Glen and Glenn Heritage Society exists to research, preserve, and celebrate the Scottish history and heritage of Clan Glen and the Glenn families worldwide.
Founder
Amelia Glenn Crane
Founding Year
2026
Principles
Historical integrity, inclusiveness (including all spelling variations), education, preservation, and respect for all Glenn lineages.
Become Part of the Legacy
Anyone may join — whether named Glen or Glenn (any spelling variation), related to the family, or simply passionate about Scottish heritage.
Annual Membership: $20 per year