“Utah is not an old state, but it's quite something to see ancestors buried here that were born in the late 1700's, and quite another thing to extend ancestral lines back to the Mayflower. I guess Utah's not so young after all and it makes us part of the story of the whole USA, not just the Rockies.”

“Finding my relatives and history means everything to me. To find that they were on the Mayflower makes me proud and I feel lucky to have this lineage. The bravery and determination they showed is a testimony to the American spirit. I always knew I had pioneers in my lineage, but I would have never guessed it would be so profound! ”

“A unique connection to the foundation of a nation.”

“I was adopted at 3 days old and found my birth mother at age 42. It was an amazing discovery to learn that I'm a Mayflower descendant (of 14 passengers) especially after a lifetime of not knowing my ancestry.”

“It is exciting to be a part of this story. Knowing that my ancestors traveled here under crowded conditions. They were important to our history over the past 400 years.”

“Growing up in Massachusetts, I knew a little about Mayflower history but never imagined I might be a Mayflower descendant. My genealogy showed that I am a descendant of Stephen Hopkins, William and Mary Brewster, and Richard More. It gives me a wonderful sense of history and pride knowing that I am descended from these brave Pilgrims.”

“Sharing a bond with descendants of a group who risked so much inspires me to carry on a legacy of hope, inspiration, and compassion for others. Each person I meet could be an unknown relative and that possibility helps me to see all people as family.”

“I am fascinated by family genealogy and history. ”

“I have always been fascinated with the Mayflower story and so proud as well as grateful to be one of the direct descendants of Mayflower passengers. A strong connection made even stronger by abounding historical links/events/people through the centuries. I am super intrigued with my ancestor, John Alden, Jr., and might write a novel about him.”