The Kelpies in Bryant Park- A Spotlight on Andy Scott
10 years ago, Sculptor Andy Scott award winning #Kelpie mauetes landed in New York and for a few weeks were in residence at Bryant Park – they looked magnificent on the Fountain Terrace.
The Coigach Resistance
In 1852 and 1853 an astonishing series of events took place on the Coigach Peninsula in the far North-West Highlands of Scotland. Five attempts by the landowner, the Marchioness of Stafford, to remove and relocate tenants from the land in Coigach were resisted. And what’s more, that resistance was led primarily by women. This is the story of what happened.
Genesis Scottish Open
In attendance at the Genesis Scottish Open this weekend was ASF photographer, Martin Urquhart. Martin sent us some wonderful pictures of his time at the Open.
Highland Games Through June
If you’re in the area at any of these American and Canadian Highland games and Scottish Festivals, come out to support your local Scottish Community!
Scottish Police & Community Choir Joins Us at Tartan Week
Joining us this upcoming New York City Tartan Week is the Scottish Police & Community Choir. Both Friday and Saturday, pre-parade, the choir will perform at Bryant Park’s Fountain Terrace.
Frederick Douglas in Scotland
February is #BlackHistoryMonth in the US, and few Americans have left a greater impact on Scotland than Frederick Douglass, whose work with Black abolitionists in Edinburgh inspired thousands to join the anti-slavery campaign.
THE AMERICAN-SCOTTISH FOUNDATION CELEBRATES ROBERT BURNS IN TRUE SCOTTISH STYLE.
Photographer Spotlight: Alexander Lindsay
This week in London, Alexander Lindsay’s latest exhibition will open in London at Stephen Ongpin Fine Art and will run through February 26th, 2023.
Cameron Steer Hogmanay Reflection
As the final hours of the year tick away, many people around the world are preparing to ring in the New Year with celebrations and traditions. In Scotland, Hogmanay is a very special time-honored celebration that dates back centuries
Rangers Women Enjoy Successful End to Historic Debut Season
May 25, 2022
Rangers Women Enjoy Successful End to Historic Debut Season Rangers continued their unbeaten streak in a 2-1 victory over Motherwell on the 1st of May to put themselves eight points clear of title rivals Glasgow City with just one game standing between them and a...
Highland Games Proceeding Through June
May 13, 2022
The American Scottish Foundation shares an update on the Highland games taking place around the country through June. If you're in the area and have a weekend to join the Celtic fun, please do so! May 21-22, Smoky Mountain Scottish Festival & Games (TN) May...
Kids Operating Room Update
Apr 26, 2022
Sharing recent news from Kids Operating Room.
Glasgow Rangers Thwart Celtic Treble
Apr 23, 2022
Glasgow Celtic, chasing a domestic treble, took on their bitter rivals, Glasgow Rangers, in an enthralling Scottish Cup Semi-Final fixture this past Sunday (April 17th). The Old Firm fixture has always been the most widely celebrated and revered game in Scottish...
Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2022
Mar 24, 2022
The Edinburgh Fringe is back and in 2022 it is coming back in style. With over 3000 performances, the Edinburgh Fringe Festival has it all this year. From hilarious comedies to heart-wrenching plays, live music from some of the world’s best musicians to children’s live puppet shows. There really is something for everyone this year. With a mix of online and in-person events you can even catch this year’s festival from abroad and trust me you don’t want to miss this very special Scottish festival that attracts performers and audiences from all over the world.
What It Means to Be an Honest Man
Feb 10, 2022
What It Means to Be an Honest Man by Aodan McGeechan
“Auld Ayr, wham ne’er a town surpasses, For honest men and bonnie lasses”. Those are the words of the famous and world-renowned Robert Burns, Scotland’s national Bard. A profile on Ayr United FC.
In Conversation with Lindores Abbey Distillery
Feb 8, 2022
On our latest #ScotsinUS podcast, ASF’s Camilla G Hellman spoke to the up and coming whisky distilleries in Scotland. One being Lindores Abbey Distillery.
Scotland’s New Makar: Kathleen Jamie
Jan 28, 2022
As we begin Scotland’s Year of Stories in 2022, ASF spotlights Scotland’s new Makar – Kathleen Jamie.
Peter ‘Snakebite’ Wright – Darts World Champion
Jan 17, 2022
ASF sports reporter Cameron Steer highlights Darts World Champion – Scotland’s Peter “Snakebite” Wright.