We are people with an interest in the history and culture of Cornwall, United Kingdom; in the contributions of Cornish immigrants; and in Cornish heritage and genealogy. We live mostly in the Northwestern United States and British Columbia. - [Read more]

This is a discussion area for anyone who has an interest in the Genealogy, History, Culture or anything related to the Cornish immigration to the United States. If your ancestor(s) lived or even just passed through America, they have a special type of culture. - [Read more]

In the Nineteenth Century, with the single thought of providing a better life for their families, husband and wife brought their families West to mine gold, silver and copper. At this time, The West was "anywhere west of the Great Lakes region. Colorado, for instance." Many sailed to New York, others to New Orleans, then up the Mississippi River to Missouri. - [Read more]