Upcoming ASF Events 2018


All events are open to both members and non-members of the ASF unless otherwise stated. All are encouraged to become members of the Foundation in order to receive special pricing for certain functions and notice of special events.

















Past 2018 Events




98th annual Flag Ceremony at St. Thomas' Church

Wallace Award Gala Dinner




The 2018 Scottish NA Leadership Conference







Erie Canal Museum John Muir Exhibit



Sunset Tea and Pimms on the Central Park Arsenal Rooftop

British Societies Annual Garden Party
Rennie Macintosh Talk and ReceptionJoin the American-Scottish Foundation, The General Society of Mechanics and Tradesmen and The National Trust for Scotland USA as we celebrate the 150th birthday of Charles Rennie Mackintosh on June 7, 2018.
John Muir Exhibit at Federal Hall New York City
ASF Janes walk

Join the American-Scottish Foundation as we trace the contributions of Scottish architects, designers and engineers, from colonial to modern times on Lower Manhattan.

Learn more about the Scots Who Helped to Build New York Here.


The Unicorn of Scotland Banner
Washington DC Tartan Day
A Taste of Scotland Banner
tea with a highlander
post parade reception


The American-Scottish Foundation presents lunchtime concerts April 6th, 7th & 8th in celebration of Tartan Week and the 20th Annual New York Tartan Day Parade, April 7th.

Tartan Day Observance

In honor of the 20th Anniversary of National Tartan Day

In words and music with Readings from Senate Resolution & Presidential Decrees Excerpts from the Declaration of Arbroath

  • DATE: Friday April 6, 2018
  • TIME: 12:30 - 1:30 PM
  • LOCATION: Bryant Park
  • TICKETS: No tickets required. The event is for all the community.

Musical program includes:

  • Hannah Read & Friends
  • Craig Weir
  • The Highland divas
  • Forest Legion Pipe Band, Canada
  • Lisa Kowalski

Pipes & Drums on the Fountain Terrace

Hear the sound of some of our leading Pipe Bands as they prepare for the 20th Annual New York Tartan Day Parade.
  • DATE: Saturday April 7, 2018
  • TIME: 11:15 AM - 1 PM
  • LOCATION: Bryant Park
  • TICKETS: No tickets required. The event is for all the community.

Musical program includes:

  • Shot of Scotch & Guest Dancers
  • Accrington Pipe Band
  • Sgoil Lionacleit Pipe Band
  • The Highland Divas
  • Atlantic Watch Pipes & Drums
  • Shamrock & Thistle

Scotland on the Fountain Terrace

Celebrate Scotland on the Fountain Terrace as we bring you a variety of pipe bands, singers and musicians to perform for you.

  • DATE: Sunday April 8, 2018
  • TIME: 12:30 -1:30 PM
  • LOCATION: Bryant Park
  • TICKETS: No tickets required. The event is for all the community.

Musical Program includes:

  • Sgoil Lionacleit Pipe Band, Choir and Dancers, in honor of Eilidh MacLeod
  • Lisa Kowalski, winner of Paisley 2021 Young Artist

February 12th
Book Browse and Buy


Join us at the American-Scottish Foundation for this rare opportunity to browse our archive and walk away with a piece of Scottish history.
 
February 12th - 5pm-7:30pm at the American-Scottish Foundation - 575 Madison Ave. 8th Floor, NYC For the lover of Scotland there is a book here for you!   To raise funds for the conservation of the ASF Library Collection of early Scottish Books.


February 2nd
Young American-Scots Mix & Mingle!

Cafe Tallulah
70th & Columbus Ave. NYC
6pm - 8pm

Continue on after enjoying one of ASF's favorite West side haunts.  Young American Scot (under 35)  come join us for Light fare - Cash Bar - Complimentary Glass of Wine, Whisky or Beer.
Become an "Under 35 Member" and attend for no charge!!
Tickets from $30


January 19, 2018
Annual Burns Night Dinner and Gala Celebration

Book now for a wonderful evening! 


May 25, 2017- February 2018
John Muir Photography Exhibit - Martinez, CA