2026 Burns Night Gala
The American-Scottish Foundation celebrated yet another successful year at our Annual Burns Night Gala at the University Club! With performances by Noisemaker’s Claire McKenzie and Scott Gilmour, and food by Scotland’s National Chef Gary MacLean, it was an incredible night with dancing, music and food!
The Scottish North American Community Conference: Connecting Hearts and Minds: The Way Forward, Strengthening our Collective Scottish Heritage.
The Scottish North American Community Conference (SNACC) will be hosted in Alexandria, VA on December 5th, both online and in person. Now in its 23rd year, this annual conference brings together the Scottish American diaspora community for a collaboration of experience and knowledge.
Scottish Spotlight: Barra Castle
Barra Castle has been noted as “one of the most attractive of the lesser castles of this great country.”
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!
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...
Aye Write Festival
May 12, 2021
Aye Write, Glasgow's Book Festival is a wonderful celebration of literature and ideas featuring over 100 authors and runs this year May 14th - 23rd. Presented by Glasgow Life the program is full of Scottish and international literary talents with a program full...
Autism Month – How sport has changed my life by Cameron Steer
Apr 25, 2021
With April being Autism Month our Sports Ambassador and Sports Reporter Cameron Steer reflects on his own experiences as a young Scot now living in the USA who was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder in his teens. Cameron reflects on how the positive influences of sport, education and participating in sport at national level for Scotland have all been positive experiences for him in his journey.
The Clydesdales of Lanarkshire
Apr 24, 2021
Janice Kirkpatrick jokes that her first memory was that of raging at her parents through the bars of her crib. Her second, was sitting atop a horse at Dumfries Show, a traditional agricultural show held in Dumfries in the South of Scotland. This was to be the beginning of a lifelong love affair for Janice Kirkpatrick with horses that remains a powerful and meaningful influence in her life to this day.
Sounds From Scotland – April 18, 2021
Apr 23, 2021
https://youtu.be/h4hhXffJ5g8 The American-Scottish Foundation®’s Sounds From Scotland, a live monthly music program on Facebook hosted by Jamie McGeechan. On this episode we are joined by award winning Scottish singer Iona Fyfe who shares with us her work to promote...
In celebration of Earth Day
Apr 22, 2021
In celebration of Earth Day our #ScotsInUS podcast this week was in conversation with archaeologist and environmentalist Rodrick B. Maclennan as we honor and celebrate our planet during Earth Week. Maclennan, an ASF member, has led several archeological and...
April 21 is John Muir’s birthday
Apr 21, 2021
This week as we celebrate Earth Week, The American-Scottish Foundation® spotlights naturalist and conservationist, John Muir. Today, April 21 is John Muir’s birthday.
Interview with Margaret Kelly
Apr 21, 2021
Margaret is a versatile performer who incorporates and celebrates her love for music in her performances. With influences ranging from pop, rock and Broadway, Margaret is a performer who truly captures the audience every time she performs.
This bonny Falkirk lass has performed in Carnegie Hall, sang in Madison Square Garden, on Broadway and toured throughout the U.S. and UK.
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