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We Reflect. We Remember

Today, on the 20th anniversary of September 11, the Board of The American-Scottish Foundation® shares a musical tribute from composer and performer Laura Mcghee, “Commemoration”.

The Royal Scots Club in Edinburgh

Great news from Scotland, The Royal Scots Club in Edinburgh is now open. The Royal Scots Club is a welcoming private members’ club in the heart of one of the world’s greatest cities, Edinburgh. ASF Members are entitled to special member rates at The Royal Scots Club.

Kids Operating Room Update

This week Kids Operating Room, Scotland, who the ASF are proud to partner with as a directed giving project of the Foundation, shared the wonderful update that they are on track to build and ship 30 fully equipped operating rooms in 2021, all destined for hospitals throughout Africa.

The Caledonian Club in London

The Caledonian Club in London shares with us welcome news that it is now open again. Described as ''a little bit of Scotland in the heart of London'', The Caledonian Club is a private members club which offers an unforgettable experience, set in the beautiful...

We Reflect. We Remember

Sep 11, 2021

Today, on the 20th anniversary of September 11, the Board of The American-Scottish Foundation® shares a musical tribute from composer and performer Laura Mcghee, “Commemoration”.

Scots Shine in British and Irish Lions Tour

Sep 10, 2021

Sports Report: ASF’s Sports Ambassador & Reporter Cameron Steer reflects on the highs and lows of the recent British and Irish Lions Rugby Tour.

New National Centre for Music in Edinburgh

Sep 5, 2021

Edinburgh’s famous and beloved landmark building, the former Royal High School, is now set to become a National Centre for Music, thanks to a plan put in motion by Edinburgh arts philanthropist Carol Grigor.

ScotsInUS Podcast: Edinburgh Celebrates the 2021 Festivals

Aug 16, 2021

It’s August and The Edinburgh Festivals are now underway with the whole city is celebrating the arts. Watch the ScotsInUS Podcast as we join the Festival organizers in conversation!

Scottfest2021 at Abbotsford The Home of Sir Walter Scott

Aug 14, 2021

THIS WEEKEND is the first-ever Scottfest2021 at Abbotsford The Home of Sir Walter Scott!

Celebrate 250 years of Sir Walter Scott on 14th and 15th August at the first-ever ScottFest, a fun-filled weekend for all the family at Abbotsford.

Piping Live Festival

Aug 5, 2021

Now in its 18th year and taking place from 7th – 15th August 2021, Piping Live will be a celebration of piping, packed full of world-class performances, music sessions, recitals, competitions, book launches, and workshops.

Atlantic: A Scottish Story

Jun 24, 2021

Atlantic: A Scottish Story is an 8-part musical drama inspired by the true stories of Scotland’s most remote and forgotten island – St Kilda. This exciting new podcast is written by award-winning musical theatre partnership, Noisemaker (Hi My Name is Ben, My Left/Right Foot, Oor Wullie) and produced by The Big Light.

Ainsley Hamill – Not Just Ship Land Review

Jun 22, 2021

Ainsley Hamill is so far, one of Scotland’s best kept secrets but perhaps not for much longer. The Scottish singer and songwriter is a blessed talent who has created something extremely special with her debut feature album, Not Just Ship Land.

How Charles Carroll’s Copy of the Declaration of Independence was Discovered in Scotland

Jun 22, 2021

This rare signer’s copy of William Stone’s printing of the Declaration of Independence was remarkably found in a Scottish ancestral home by Freeman’s sister auction house, Lyon & Turnbull, headquartered in Edinburgh, and will be offered at Freeman’s in Philadelphia on July 1.