Programs for Researching, Archiving, Exploring and Sharing
The History and Heritage of the Worldwide Family of Leslie.
Resources: Newsletter, Blog, Discussion Forum, Genealogy Site, Archive Database, and Heritage Travel
While the Leslies originated in Scotland, religious, economic, political events shaped the spread of Leslies and members of its related families throughout the world.
Most notable are emigrations to
- Ireland
- Canada
- United States
- Australia
- Belize
- New Zealand
- Caribbean Islands
- Europe
- Scandinavia
Leslie Archives
The Leslie Global Diaspora Foundation Archive Database is live and is the official repository for information about the family of Leslie. The fully searchable archive database will contain document images, transcriptions of documents, and images.
Documents and information have been sourced from the National Library of Scotland, the Public Records Office of Ireland, the National Library of Ireland, and private collections. Access at this time is restricted to Archivists of the Foundation.
Travel Opportunities – See our Travel Page for information on heritage tours.
View the Lodging page for a listing of three Leslie venues.