If you feel like our clan presence has been a little, er, lack-luster - you’re right! But there’s a good reason behind it:

1. In 1682 the then chief died without heir and in debt. So lands were sold and we’ve been without a chief for 300 years

2. We have a curious entomology because our name was taken from a piece of land (granted to Absalom of Buchanan, in 1225) and so as a clan we are comprised of many smaller families, rather than one large one.

3. Due to cultural and economic hardship, the majority of the clan was spread away from Scotland, especially to the US

But, these issues have all been addressed:

1. We now have a chief, soon to be formally inaugurated (Covid permitting) to provide commitment and focus

2. The CBSI is working hard to highlight our relevance, through communication and action to support clansmen and women

3. This website and dedicated wardens (active members), working to promote clan goals; transcending borders.

If you’d like to learn even more, please join us! As a warden of the clan you receive:

• Access and camaraderie to other members, worldwide

• Quarterly newsletter, with updates on historic revelations and cultural interpretations

• Access to Buchanan genealogy archives

• You’ll be supporting us on our goals to preserve and share our culture, for the next generation and beyond

• and the pride of calling yourself a Warden of the Clan