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Welcome to a Journey in Search of Your Mayflower Ancestors
Welcome!
The Society of Mayflower Descendants in Michigan (SMDM) is a non-profit, independent, hereditary society dedicated to preserving the history of our Mayflower ancestors through genealogical and historical research. Our society, founded in 1901, has over 1,000 current members. In association with the General Society of Mayflower Descendants, we offer membership events which include historical and educational speakers.
On November 8, 2025, Michigan Mayflower Society Governor, Craig Rich, was elected to a 2nd 3-year term. Please read the Governor's Welcome Message.
You may be eligible to join the Society of Mayflower Descendants in Michigan if you can document your descent from one of the passengers on the Mayflower voyage in 1620. Check our membership page for a list of Mayflower passengers with known descendants and for information on how to start the application process.
We hope that you will take a few moments to explore our site, find a Pilgrim in your lineage and consider joining our organization. On our Membership page, you will find fillable application and line of descent forms, plus full instructions.
The Mayflower Lineage Match (MLM)
The Mayflower Lineage Match (MLM) program is designed to assist individuals exploring a possible connection to a Mayflower passenger. By submitting information about your ancestry, the GSMD team will search their database to determine whether any proven lineages match your family line. If you are exploring Mayflower ancestry and are not yet a member, we welcome your inquiry through the MLM program.
The cost of an MLM is now $100. However, we are also introducing a new rebate opportunity intended to encourage prospective applicants to move forward with membership in your Member Society. Under the enhanced program, individuals who purchase an MLM will receive a rebate coupon along with their completed report. If they successfully complete the membership application process through your Member Society and are approved for membership, they may submit the rebate coupon to GSMD and receive a full refund of their $100 MLM fee.
News & Events
Visit our News & Events page for meeting dates and reservation form.
Next: November 7, 2026 - SMDM Compact Luncheon, Bavarian Inn Lodge and Conference Center in Frankenmuth, 1 Covered Bridge Lane, Frankenmuth, MI 48734
11:30am Reception, and 12 Noon meeting.
In Memoriam
Please see tribute to Former SMDM Governor-Terry McKane (1941-2025)
Please see tribute to Former SMDM Governor-Grace Smith (1943-2024)
Connect with Us
The following Michigan Mayflower Facebook groups are available for further information:
- Michigan Mayflower-Members Only Group
- Michigan Mayflower-Guest Group
This is a good place to get in touch with us and ask questions about your possible Mayflower descent! - General Society of Mayflower Descendants on Facebook
PHOTO CREDIT: Banner image is "Sunrise Over Mayflower II", while docked at the state pier in Plymouth. Thanks to photographer Janice Drew for permission to use her professional photos throughout our website. Please visit https://janice-drew.pixels.com/