Rebuilding Tribes. Reclaiming Heritage.
Reconnecting American Indian communities with their ancestral roots through DNA science, genealogical research, and the power of heritage.
OUR MISSION
Rebuilding What Was Lost
For generations, American Indian tribes have faced displacement and erasure. The Restored Lineage Project exists to reverse that — one lineage, one family, one tribe at a time.
Heritage Reclamation
We believe every American Indian individual has the right to know and reclaim their ancestral identity, no matter how many generations have passed.
Tribal Reconnection
We bridge the gap between displaced individuals and their tribal communities, fostering belonging and cultural continuity.
Advocacy & Justice
We stand beside our community in the fight for recognition, rights, and justice through petitions and legal action.
Your Journey Home Starts Here
From the first DNA sample to the moment you connect with your tribe, we walk beside you every step of the way.
Book A Consultation
Begin with a $50 initial consultation-applied directly toward your full service package.
Family History & DNA Intake: Review your known ancestry and safely set up raw DNA file handling.
Ethnicity Quick-Dive: Initial analysis for indigenous markers and tribal lineage potential.
Custom Roadmap: Clear, personalized next steps for your research, testing, or segment mapping.
Autosomal Chromosome Analysis
Go beyond standard testing with deep segment mapping to identify genetic markers specific to American Indian populations. $249.00
Segment-Level Mapping: Deep review of your raw DNA across 22 non-sex chromosome pairs.
Population Matching: Advanced comparison against reference datasets to track ancestral origins and migration signals.
Detailed Report: Includes visual chromosome charts and comprehensive lineage findings
Genealogy Research
One-on-one expert research specializing in American Indian family histories, historical records, and tribal rolls.
Targeted Research: Break through multigenerational "brick walls," missing records, or NPE/adoption searches with complete privacy.
Starter Package ($350): Consultation + 6 dedicated research hours focused on your specific targets.
Pay-As-You-Go ($50-$100): Flexible 1-hour ($50) or 2-hour ($100) blocks for quick document lookups or focused goals.
Connect With Your Tribe
Cross the bridge from historical mystery to modern community with tailored research that goes far beyond a pie chart.
Segment Analysis & Triangulation: Pinpoint specific geographic and historical population clusters matching your DNA.
Tribal Territory Mapping: Trace your lineage directly to historical tribal lands and migration paths.
Descendant Networks: Connect with shared DNA match networks and descendant groups tracing roots to the exact same communities.
DNA Heritage Kits
Specialized clinical-grade DNA testing designed for American Indian lineage identification and complete genetic insights. $550
100% Whole Genome Sequencing:
Sequences your entire genome-not just a tiny fraction-for maximum accuracy and tribal region mapping.
Health & Wellness Insights: Includes personalized reports on health predispositions, carrier status, and pharmacogenomics.
Strict Privacy & Ownership: 100% private and HIPAA-compliant. You retain full ownership of your raw DNA data to download anytime.
Every person deserves to know where they come from. Every tribe deserves to have its people returned."
— Founder of The Restored Lineage Project, Deedee Wolfe
OUR FOUNDER
DeeDee Wolfe
A former professional dog trainer turned passionate Indigenous rights activist, Deedee founded The Restored Lineage Project to help displaced American Indian individuals reconnect with their tribal roots and reclaim their heritage.
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CENSUS SUBMISSION
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Sign up to join our census and save your family's place in history. Community members can also receive community event updates and latest developments in our advocacy work. You'll get exclusive access to:
Census Registration:
Welcome to the heart of The Restored Lineage Project. To accurately document and honor our Indigenous descendants, we invite you to submit your documentation for our verified census. We accept a holistic range of evidence, including DNA results, land records, tribal enrollment, and authenticated oral histories. By providing these or any other verifiable primary sources, you help us build a legacy grounded in ancestral truth.
Join us in this vital step toward reclaiming our history and ensuring our lineages are formally recognized.