Dr. Guadalupe Vanderhorst Rodriguez, D.Ac, L.Ac
Who We Are
Tann Family History
Preserving Our Origins. Honoring Our Ancestors. Educating Future Generations.
Tann Family History is dedicated to researching, documenting, preserving, and sharing the ancestral origins and historical legacy of the Tann family for present and future generations.
Our family history represents more than a collection of names, dates, and genealogical records. It is the story of generations of individuals whose lives, experiences, relationships, and contributions form an enduring part of our ancestral heritage and American history.
Through genealogical research and the careful examination of historical documents, we seek to understand the origins of the Tann family, trace ancestral connections, and reconstruct the journeys of those who came before us.
Our research explores the family's early history in colonial Virginia, its connections to the Indigenous history of the region, and the movement of subsequent generations through North Carolina, South Carolina, and other parts of America.
Emily Tann Vanderhorst
We recognize that understanding our origins requires more than preserving family traditions. It requires responsible historical investigation, careful interpretation of original records, and a commitment to distinguishing documented evidence from unanswered questions and ancestral accounts that remain under investigation.
Our purpose is to ensure that the history of the Tann family is not lost, forgotten, or separated from the generations who inherit its legacy.
By preserving historical records, documenting ancestral relationships, publishing genealogical research, and sharing educational resources, we seek to create a lasting historical record that future generations can explore, study, and build upon.
We believe that every generation has a responsibility to preserve the knowledge entrusted to it. The stories of our ancestors deserve to be investigated with care, documented with integrity, and shared with respect.
Tann Family History exists so that our children, grandchildren, and generations yet to come may understand where their family came from, learn about the lives of their ancestors, and recognize their own place within a continuing family story.
We preserve the evidence of yesterday so that future generations may understand their origins, honor their heritage, and carry the Tann family history forward.
Our Mission
To advance the research, documentation, preservation, and publication of Tann family history and related ancestral lineages through responsible genealogical scholarship, historical analysis, and accessible educational resources.
Our Vision
To develop Tann Family History into a trusted genealogical research and publishing resource that connects historical evidence with ancestral narratives and makes family history accessible to descendants, historians, genealogists, educators, and future generations.
Our Historical Research
The research presented by Tann Family History explores ancestral connections across colonial Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and other regions of the United States.
Areas of historical investigation include:
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Ancestral origins and family relationships
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Colonial American history and early settlements
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Historical migration and community formation
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Land ownership and property records
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Census records and historical classifications
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Court records and legal documentation
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Family biographies and generational histories
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Connections among related ancestral lineages
Particular attention is given to understanding historical records within the legal, social, and cultural circumstances of their time.
Our purpose is not simply to identify ancestors, but to understand the historical experiences that shaped their lives.
Our Commitment to Historical Accuracy
Responsible genealogical research requires careful examination of historical evidence.
Tann Family History is committed to distinguishing documented facts from historical interpretations, family traditions, and research hypotheses.
Whenever possible, our research draws upon original records, including deeds, wills, census schedules, court proceedings, vital records, and other historical documents.
We recognize that historical records may be incomplete, inconsistent, or influenced by the language and social attitudes of their time.
Our commitment is to investigate those records thoughtfully, acknowledge uncertainties, and present conclusions supported by available evidence.
Meet the Founder and Researcher
Dr. Guadalupe Vanderhorst Rodriguez, D.Ac., L.Ac.
Founder and Genealogical Researcher
Dr. Guadalupe Vanderhorst Rodriguez has devoted more than four decades to genealogical investigation, family history research, and the preservation of ancestral records.
Her research includes the Tann family and related ancestral lineages, with particular attention to colonial American history, historical documentation, migration, and the interpretation of genealogical evidence.
Her genealogical research has also contributed to the television program Who Do You Think You Are?, including research connected with Steven Tyler's family history.
Through Tann Family History, she brings together her longstanding commitment to historical investigation, education, and ancestral preservation.
Her goal is to ensure that family histories are not simply remembered, but carefully researched, documented, and made available to future generations.
Historical Publications and Educational Resources
Tann Family History is developing a collection of genealogical publications, historical research materials, and educational resources.
These include family history books, genealogical directories, ancestor research workbooks, historical articles, and practical guides for individuals interested in documenting their own family histories.
Our publishing mission is to transform years of historical research into accessible, lasting educational resources.
Preserving History for Future Generations
Historical preservation is a responsibility shared across generations.
Photographs, letters, family documents, oral histories, and personal recollections can provide valuable evidence of lives that might otherwise be forgotten.
Tann Family History welcomes opportunities to connect with descendants, researchers, and individuals who share an interest in preserving documented ancestral history.
The past deserves careful investigation. The evidence deserves preservation. Future generations deserve access to the stories that came before them.
Explore Our Research • Visit Our Publications • Read the Historical Journal