Cherokee Registry

The Cherokee Heritage Documentation Center maintains a registry and database of individuals claiming Cherokee blood. The center assists people in obtaining the documentation needed for tribal enrollment and operates as a repository of cultural, historical, anecdotal and genealogical information. The public information on this website is provided as a free resource to aid in research, genealogy and education about the Cherokee people.

The Cherokee Nation encourages people of Cherokee heritage to take pride in their heritage and become active in heritage groups even if they are not eligible for citizenship. Many people with genuine Cherokee heritage will never meet the qualifications to become citizens in a federally recognized tribe. The Cherokee Nation does not question anyone’s claim of heritage or ancestry.(1)

Cherokee Heritage Documentation Center, cherokeeregistry.org and cherokeeregistry.com are owned and operated by Cherokee Nation tribal members. This is an independent entity, not affiliated with nor endorsed by any tribe, heritage group, or government agency. Cherokee Heritage Documentation Center does not claim to be and is not considered by the Secretary of the Interior to be an Indian tribe or an Indian organization for any purpose and receives no federal or state funding.

As a person of Cherokee heritage, it is in your best interest to be familiar with the task force on fraudulent tribes.

Goals

The CHDC is committed to aiding those with legitimate Cherokee ancestors by providing the tools to document, preserve, and display their family linage. It allows those registered to take pride in their heritage while avoiding the pitfalls of fraudulent tribes and "wannabe" groups. Cherokee Heritage members are encouraged to learn to separate truth from myth, to help preserve the Cherokee Language and support the cultural ideal of "gadugi", coming together and working for the benefit of the community. We encourage aiding and supporting those in need within the tribal boundaries.