

September/October 2025 Highland Games Across America
The American-Scottish Foundation is delighted to update our members and friends on the most recent data we’ve been able to find on upcoming highland games, Celtic festivals and related events throughout North America.

Highlighting the Most Photographed Castle in Scotland
Eilean Donan Castle is a 13th century and recognized as one of the most visited and important castles in Scottish history.

Highland Games through July
The American-Scottish Foundation is delighted to update our members and friends on the most recent data we’ve been able to find on upcoming highland games, Celtic festivals and related events throughout North America.

ASF Summer Solstice Auction Live
The American-Scottish Foundation Summer Solstice Auction will be running through June 27th – auctioning over 40 items for members and friends to bid on! The auction features items and experiences throughout the US and Scotland. From artisan tartan pieces to tickets to shows at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, there is something for every Scotland lover!


The Scottish Banner – Highlighting ASF
Last month, The Scottish Banner highlighted the American-Scottish Foundation’s Bryant Park Tartan Week events. We share with you the article below:

Upcoming ASF Events
We look forward to welcoming friends and members for a variety of upcoming events in the next few months!
ASF Scots in US Podcast Spotlight
The American-Scottish Foundation hosts a biweekly podcast featuring updates on news and culture in Scotland!

Highland Games Through February
The American-Scottish Foundation is delighted to update our members and friends on the most recent data we’ve been able to find on upcoming highland games, Celtic festivals and related events throughout North America.

DUNFERMLINE CARNEGIE TRUST SHARE AN UPDATE ON THE REGENERATION OF Pittencrieff Park and House
With winter arriving in Scotland and the days getting shorter, the Carnegie Dunfermline Trust are eager to share an update on our cherished Pittencrieff Park and House Project.
Kids Operating Room Update
May 27, 2021
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.
On this day in Scottish history, May 26th 1819
May 26, 2021
On this day in Scottish history, May 26th, 1819: The Honours of Scotland, the crown jewels, are put on display in Edinburgh Castle after being disinterred by Sir Walter Scott from the bowels of the castle where they had been placed in 1707.
Scottish Boxer Josh Taylor is Champion of The World
May 24, 2021
Scottish boxer Josh Taylor is the undisputed light welterweight champion of the world. Dubbed the ‘Tartan Tornado’ Josh is now the holder of the WBA, IBF, WBC and WBO titles and is the undisputed light welterweight world champion.
Wigtown Poetry Prize 2021
May 19, 2021
Wigtown in Scotland is known as Scotland's National Book Town and is internationally renowned as the home of the Wigtown Book Festival which is this year scheduled for September 23rd - October 3rd 2021. The Wigtown Poetry Prize, Scotland's International Poetry...
Paint the Town Paisley!
May 18, 2021
Paint the Town Paisley! Be a part of #ShowUsYourPaisley Exhibit. The Paisley Museum, in Paisley, Scotland is celebrating its 150th year. Although closed at this time, the museum is midway through a major 42 million GBP redevelopment with a major new exhibit...
The Writers’ Museum – Edinburgh
May 18, 2021
If you’re travelling to Edinburgh this summer, be sure to visit The Writers' Museum. Located in Lady Stair's Close, just off the Lawnmarket section of the Royal Mile near Edinburgh Castle. The Writers’ Museum celebrates the lives of three giants of Scottish...
Inverness Speaks – Spirit of The Highlands
May 18, 2021
What story sums up the Spirit of the Highlands for you? Inverness Castle and the surrounding espanade is part of a major regeneration and transformation. Central to the Inverness Castle Museum is Spirit of the Highlands and a leading element of the program are OUR...
Aye Write Festival ScotsInUs Podcast Special
May 16, 2021
Aye Write Festival ScotsInUs Podcast Special Monday May 17th Watch our #ScotsInUs Podcast Aye Write Festival special episode as we are joined In Conversation with Scottish authors Kirstin Innes and Robbie Morrison who talk about their novels, influences...
Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo cancelled for 2021
May 14, 2021
We've just heard the news from Scotland that The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is cancelled for 2021. In the face of ongoing uncertainty due to the COVID-19 Pandemic the internationally renowned event has been forced to postpone for the second year in a row...
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