ASF Events 2021
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.
Covid Event Attendance Policy
New York City has mandated COVID vaccination for the use of all “indoor entertainment, recreation, dining and fitness settings”.
- ASF will be requiring proof of vaccination for all Members and guests participating in indoor activities.
- The following will suffice for proof: 1) CDC vaccination card 2) NYC COVID Safe app 3) NY State Excelsior app 4) Official vaccination record (domestic or foreign).
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The American-Scottish Foundation, The Colonial Dames of America, & The American Friends of the Georgian Group invite you to the Autumn Garden Gathering on Thursday, September 30, 2021 at the Mount Vernon Hotel Museum Garden (enter at 417 East 61st Street).
Learn More and Purchase tickets Here.
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast ON October 4, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast ON October 18, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast ON October 18, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast ON November 2, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast ON November 15, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast ON December 6, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
To Learn more and Register please click here.
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast ON December 20, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
2022 Events
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Past 2021 Events
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast ON September 6, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
A service of Commemoration will be held at The Queen Elizabeth II September 11 Garden at Hanover Square, New York on
Saturday September 11 at 11am;
For further details please visit their website HERE
Harris Tweed - From The Island to World Stage
In March 2010 Malcolm Campbell was presented to Her Majesty at a Buckingham Palace reception for the elite of the British fashion industry. “I said ‘Good evening, Ma’am, my name’s Malcolm, and I’m a Scottish weaver’,” he says, “and she turned to the Duke of Edinburgh and said, ‘This is Malcolm the Weaver’. And I thought wow.”
They spoke for about 20 minutes and the Queen invited him to Kensington Palace to see Queen Victoria’s archives and gave him permission to take the Balmoral tartan and weave it in Harris tweed. “I registered it,” Malcolm says. “Can you believe I’ve got the only registered Harris tweed tartan in the world and it’s the Callanish tartan, based on the Balmoral tartan that Prince Albert designed for Queen Victoria in 1853.”
We are joined in conversation with - Malcolm Campbell - aka Malcolm the Weaver - speaks to us of the History of Harris Tweed to where we are today.
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast ON September 6, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
Edinburgh Celebrates the 2021 Festival
Edinburgh Celebrates the 2021 Festival - news from the Edinburgh International and Fringe Festivals, in conversation with presenters and performers.
We are joined in conversation with - Jim Cowan, Marketing Communications Manager Edinburgh Art Festival and Kate Bouchier-Hayes PR.
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast ON August 16, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
#ScotsInUS Podcast - July 19, 2021
FESTIVAL SPOTLIGHT EDINBURGH in conversation with Francesca Hegyi, Executive Director of the Edinburgh International Festival
With Lyndsey Jackson, Deputy CEO of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and Anthony Alderson, the Pleasanze Theater Company
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast ON July 19, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
Abbotsford - Clebrating the 250th Anniversary of Sir Walter Scott on August 15th
We are joined in conversation as Abbotsford spotlights Ivanhoe - The National Library of Scotland speaks to us of the works of Scott in the nations collection and the Folio Society share with us news of a special ltd edition of Rob Roy they are publishing.
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast ON August 2, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
#ScotsInUS Podcast - July 12, 2021
Alexander Hamilton - in conversation with Nicole Scholet of the Alexander Hamilton Society
July 12, 2021 is the 217th Anniversary of his death on July 12 1804. Hamilton's Legacy today. John Kinnear joins us to speak of Hamilton's contribution to the lighthouses he pionered to protect the US coast line.
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast ON July 12, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
96th Annual Round Hill Highland Games
Sunday, June 28, 2020
Lime Rock Park, Main Spectator Entrance
60 White Hollow Road, Lakeville, CT 06039
Held at Lime Rock Park among the Litchfield County Hills, or what is described as "the Western Highlands of Connecticut," the games offer family fun and festivities for Scots and Scots-At-Heart.
The Round Hill Highland Games are the third oldest games of its type in the United States. Since 2016, the games have been held at Lime Rock Park.
The Games are open to the public, and are held rain or shine. Tickets are $20 for adults ticket and $15 for children. Also military and vets with ID and their families are free. Kids enter for free if they are wearing a kilt and carrying a toy sword or dressed as Merida from the Disney movie "Brave." All proceeds are collected by the Round Hill organization for benevolence and to preserve Scottish heritage, and to support the Alzheimer's Association, Connecticut Chapter.
Come find our tent ... look forward to seeing you
For more information, visit www.facebook.com/RoundHillHighlandGames
#ScotsInUS Podcast - June 21, 2021
Scotland Opening Up
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast ON June 21, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
#ScotsInUS Podcast - June 7, 2021
News From Scotland
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast ON June 7, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
#ScotsInUS Podcast - May 31, 2021
Round Up
In conversation with Linsmore Abbey, Edinburgh Whisky Academy Edinburgh.
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast ON May 31, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
#ScotsInUS Podcast - May 17, 2021
Aye Write
In conversation curator and overview with Kirsten Innes "Scabby Queen", and Robbie Morrison "Edge of the Grave"
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast ON May 17, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
#ScotsInUS Podcast - May 17, 2021
Culloden, the 275th Anniversary Inverness Castle regeneration - The Standing Council of Scottish Chiefs today.
Monday May 17th - 7PM EDT. We are joined by:
Donald MacLaren of MacLaren, Convenor of The Standing Council of Scottish Chiefs who speaks to us of his role as Convenor and the role of a Clan Chief
Professor Donna Heddle, Chair of the University of the Highlands and Islands Tourism and Director of the Institute of Northern Studies shares the major regeneration project under way at Inverness Castle and around the espande.
Kirstin Bridier, Executive Director of The National Trust for Scotland Foundation USA speaks to us of the plans surrounding the 275th Anniversary of the Battle of Culloden and work of the NTS in their oversight of the historic battlefield.
The video podcast will be available on Facebook or to hear this ScotsInUs Podcast On May 17, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
Please join us for our monthly Sounds From Scotland program live on the American Scottish Foundation Facebook for great Scottish music, news and interviews!
Sunday May 16th from 4PM - 5PM EDT
Our guests for Sounds From Scotland on May 16th are Skerryvore and Craig Weir.
Skerryvore are one of Scotland's hottest groups and have built up an international following with fans all over the world. Skerryvore represent the best in traditional contemporary Scottish music, fusing elements of traditional Scottish music with pop and rock crossover appeal Skerryvore are globally loved. Their recent single "Everyday Heroes" clinched the number 1 spot on the Official Scottish Charts.
Craig Weir is an award winning bagpiper and singer songwriter who has performed alongside Queen, The Libertines, Dougie MacLean and the Royal Scottish National Orchestra. He has been invited to perform for many dignitaries including the Dalai Lama, Alex Ferguson, Andy Murray and Michelle Obama. This talented young Scot hails from Dundee and has performed solo and with his band Gleadhraich throughout the world including performances at New York Tartan Week and in China, Belgium, Germany and Spain.
Hosted by Jamie McGeechan.
Live on the American Scottish Foundation Facebook page
www.facebook.com/americanscottish
The American-Scottish Foundation invites you to join us May 7th - 5- 7 PM EST for a Spotlight on Our Scottish Environment”
Highlights of the event include:
5 PM NTSFUSA Film: Great Gardens of Perthshire, Kinross, and the Kingdom of Fife. The film explores some of the significant designed landscapes including several private gardens held in the same families for more than 300 years and cared for by the National Trust for Scotland.
6 PM “In Conversation Halfway to COP26” with notable Scottish guests with regards to environmental, economic and cultural sustainability of Scotland. Guests include: Chef Gary Maclean, Rodderick McClennan, Su Cox and Beth Mouat.
This event is being held in association with the National Trust for Scotland Foundation USA with the live event held May 7th, and internet access to the program through May 30th.
To Learn More and Register Click Here.
VIA ZOOM
LED BY HEATHER QUIST AND JOHN KINNEAR
Have you been confusing Thomas Lamb (extravagant theatres), Hugh Lamb (quirky apartments) and William Lamb (something called the Empire State Building)? The American-Scottish Foundation invites all to a Zoom webinar on these three architects who helped make NYC what it is. We’ll be combining historic photos, current video, special guests and Q&A in a live presentation. Part of the ASF’s “Scots Who Built New York” project.
REGISTER HERE
May 3, 2021
Scottish Art Today
Guests Gerard Burns - Bonhams spotlight The Scottish Colorists and we prepare for the Aye Write Book Festival
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast ON May 3, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
April 19, 2021
Tartan Day Lookback
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast ON APRIL 19, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
National Tartan Day Celebration
April 6, 2021
The Scottish Coalition USA and National Tartan Day Capital Committee (Washington DC) Present A Celebration National Tartan Day and presentation of the 2021 National Tartan Day Award.
To Learn More Click Here
National Tartan Day Lecture
Scotland & Britain Post Brexit
April 6, 2021
April 5, 2021
Tartan Day - Importance - History - Legacy
National Tartan Day - The history and legacy. Guests: The Scottish Coalition USA - John Bellassai - Ken Donnelly
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast ON APRIL 5, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
March 15, 2021
Abbotsford 250th Anniversary of Sir Walter Scott
GREAT HOUSE OF SCOTLAND Abbotsford 250th Anniversary of Sir Walter Scott, BONHAMS EDINBURGH spotlight DUNROBIN CASTLE ATTIC SALE, Scotland in London, The Caledonian Club, Belgravia, London
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast ON MARCH 15, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
March 1, 2021
Scottish American Diaspora 2021
In conversation with Viscount Dunrossil
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast ON MARCH 1, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
To Learn More Click Here.
February 15, 2021
Kiltskate Canada goes International
In conversation with Don Cummer Kiltskate Canada
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast ON FEBRUARY 15, 2021 AND AFTERWARDS visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
February 1, 2021
In Conversation with Rt Hon Viscount Thurso, Chairman, VisitScotland
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast by visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
January 18, 2021
Celebrating Robert Burns
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January 4, 2021
Looking Back and Looking Forward
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Past 2020 Events
December 21, 2020
The Impossible Row
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast by visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
to learn more click here. . .
December 7, 2020
Revisiting organizations helping young people, The Shetlands and more. . .
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast by visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
December 4-6
Scottish North American Community Conference
December 2
Kiftsgate Court Gardens:
Three Generations of Women Gardeners
To Register: Please visit www.royal-oak.org/events. Please enter The American Scottish Foundation code AMSCOTT20 at check out to receive the discounted co-sponsor price. If you have any questions, please email zoom@royal-oak.org.
November 29, 2020
Sounds From Scotland St. Andrews Celebration
To Learn more and Purchases tickets for this virtual Presentation click here.
November 23, 2020
Organizations Helping Young People
To hear this ScotsInUs Podcast by visiting either Anchor, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
November 17
The “Other” Tudors: Edward VI and Mary I
King Henry V’s only son and eldest daughter grab fewer headlines than King Henry VIII or Queen Elizabeth I, but their actions helped shape the religious and political history of England and Europe. Edward VI was a zealous reformer dedicated to establishing strong Protestant doctrine in England. His first Book of Common Prayer promoted uniform worship throughout the country, and his second prayer book provided a model used in the Church of England for 400 years. His dedication to religious reform lasted until the end of his life when he tried to upend the law to prevent a Catholic from taking the throne.
To Register: Please visit www.royal-oak.org/events. Please enter The American Scottish Foundation code AMSCOTT20 at check out to receive the discounted co-sponsor price. If you have any questions, please email zoom@royal-oak.org.
ASF continues to share with you Poppyscotland's wonderful initative to see buildings throughout Scotland bathed in red light in honor of Remembrance Day and in support of their vital work for the Armed Forces community.
Young Scot and ASF Friend Martin Urquart shares with us photos of Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum part of Poppyscotland Remembrance Day Appeal.
Remembrance Day, November 11th:
Reflecting & Remembering
One of the years most poignant moments is Remembrance Day, at the 11minute of the 11th hour, the 11th day of the 11th month a moment of silence is taken and wreaths layed in honor of all those who have given their lives.
This year we cannot gather and so we take a moment to look back to Remembrance Day 2019. ASF was honored to join our sister societies at the Queen Elizabeth II Garden, Hanover Square, Lower Manhattan, for a wreath laying ceremony. The Foundation was represented by our Vice Chairman,
Elizabeth De Forest Scott.
ASF AT HOME - Live from Scotland
Mary Queen of Scots & the Men Who Influenced Her Life
Thursday October 22nd - 4.30pm
Virtual Zoom Talk - with Musical Interlude
To Learn More and Make A Reservation $20 - CLICK HERE
Zoom link sent closer to the event
The Declaration of Arbroath – 700th Anniversary2020 marks the 700th anniversary of the Declaration of Arbroath, one of Scotland's most important historical artefacts.
A Copy of the Declaration will be on display at Federal Hall, which is said to have inspired the
American Declaration of Independence.
The Declaration is a letter dated 6 April 1320 written by the barons and freeholders of the Kingdom of Scotland to Pope John XXII, asking him to recognise Scotland's independence and acknowledge Robert the Bruce as the country's lawful king.
Visitors will view an English translation of the original Latin text, and learn about the context in which it was written 700 years ago.
A Celebration of National Tartan Day with talk by Prof. Donna Heddle
April 6, 2020, 12:00 pm ET | Online Broadcast
April 6, 2020 marks the 700th Anniversary of the Declaration of Arbroath and is National Tartan Day in North America.
The program will begin with a short discussion of the origins of Tartan Day in the United States, a day that recognizes the contributions of Scottish Americans in the development of the United States.
Following - Professor Donna Heddle’s talk “For Freedom Alone”: Is the Declaration of Arbroath the Most Important Document in Scottish History?.
Register to participate:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8098466494342595595
Professor Donna Heddle, MA (hons) PhD, FHEA, FSA SCOT, FRSA, University of the Highlands and Islands, is at present working on Scots-Nordic balladic synergies; the underpinning philosophy of Northern Studies; the Huguenot influence of Du Bartas on the poetry of the Scots Court under James VI; and geophysical and metaphysical correlations in historical depictions of Orkney. She is also working on a history of Highlands and Islands literature. She is particularly passionate about locative research - in the communities, by the communities, for the communities.
Tartan Day Parade Cancelation
March 13th, 2020
One of the American-Scottish Foundation's favorite times of year is Tartan Week, a week when the Scottish American community comes together and celebrates our heritage and culture - culminating in the wonderful
New York Tartan Day Parade. It has been held every year for the past 22 years, but this year the Parade which was to take place on April 4th, has had to be cancelled.
The decision taken by the National Tartan Day New York committee, of which the ASF is a founding member, could not be avoided after the State of New York, and New York City banned all gatherings over 500 persons with no end date.
The ASF schedule of events is being adjusted and we will advise further around this early next week.
April 6th is Tartan Day and over that weekend we hope we can look to honor and celebrate the Day in a limited way.
The COVID-19 pandemic is a rapidly evolving situation and we need to look to take it day by day. The health and safety of our community is our first concern.
Sincerely
Camilla G Hellman
President
American-Scottish Foundation
EVENTS CANCELLED
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The American-Scottish Foundation presents lunchtime concerts April 3rd, 4th & 5th in celebration of Tartan Week and the 22nd Annual New York Tartan Day Parade, April 4th.
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Tartan Day Observance
In honor of the 22nd 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 3, 2020
- TIME: 12:30 - 1:30 PM
- LOCATION: Bryant Park
- TICKETS: No tickets required. The event is for all the community.
- MASTER OF CEREMONIES Kenneth Donnelly
- DECLARATION OF ARBROATH
MUSCIAL PROGRAM INCLUDES:
- Edinburgh Academy Pipe Band
- Isle of Cumbria RBLS Pipe Band
- Lisa Kowalski
- Highland Divas
EVENT CANCELLED
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Pipes & Drums on the Fountain Terrace
Hear the sound of some of our leading Pipe Bands as they prepare for the 22nd Annual New York Tartan Day Parade.- DATE: Saturday April 4, 2020
- TIME: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
- LOCATION: Bryant Park
- TICKETS: No tickets required. The event is for all the community.
Musical program includes:
- Shot of Scotch
- Edinburgh Academy Pipe Band
- Isle of Cumbria RBLS Pipe Band
- (Additional Program in Development)
EVENT CANCELLED
JOIN US TO MARCH IN THE
22nd NEW YORK
TARTAN DAY PARADE
ON APRIL 4, 2020!
EVENT CANCELLED
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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 5, 2020
- TIME: 12:30 -1:30 PM
- LOCATION: Bryant Park
- TICKETS: No tickets required. The event is for all the community.
Musical Program includes:
- Whisky Kiss
- Lisa Kowalski
- (Additional Program in development)
EVENT CANCELLED
National Tartan Day Capital Committee
Washington DC
will present a series of events March 31 - April 3
The National Tartan Day Award,
is presented annually by
The Scottish Coalition, USA
which will be presented this year to
Robert "Bob" Creighton
for his outstanding voluntary contributions to our Scottish American community
The presentation will take place as part of a Reception hosted by the National Tartan Day Capital Committee
Tickets & Information can be found HERE
Organizations that comprise The Scottish Coalition USA are:
American-Scottish Foundation (ASF)
Association of Scottish Games & Festivals (ASGF)
Council of Scottish Clans and Associations (COSCA)
The Living Legacy of Scotland
Scottish-American Military Society (SAMS)
Scottish Heritage USA (SHUSA)
12.30pm
At the Robert Burns statue on Literary Walk in Central Park
where we will join together in a short ceremony. and weather permitting.
short interlude of music in honor of Robert Burns, Scotland's National Bard
Remarks will be offered as we visit and celebrate the visit of the Gregg Violin to the US, the violin of his dance teacher.
A short Burns musical tribute we hope can be played upon the Gregg Violin, played by William Gregg, Robert Burn’s dancing master,
and since Burns was a fiddler himself, it is likely he also played Gregg’s violin.
(Only if weather permitting - must be warmer than 40 degrees outside)
Enter at 66th Street on Fifth Avenue
Click Here for Directions to the Statue
or Click Here for NYC Parks Website.