The Muhlenberg family created a United States political, religious, and military dynasty based in the state of Pennsylvania. The German American family descends from Heinrich Melchior Mühlenberg/Henry Muhlenberg (1711–1787), a German immigrant, noted Lutheran minister, and founder of the Lutheran Church in America.
Noted members of the Muhlenberg family include:
In addition, the Muhlenbergs were related to the Hiester family. Some notable members include: