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!
ASF Scots in US Podcast Spotlight
The American-Scottish Foundation hosts a biweekly podcast featuring updates on news and culture in Scotland!
Spring in Scotland Video
Feb 25, 2021
With Spring on the horizon we share a video from SCOTLAND: The Big Picture who look to support …. “the recovery of nature across Scotland through inspiring, educating and engaging with the people of Scotland – and beyond”. We hope it helps bridge the Atlantic for you as it does for us.
250th Anniversary of Sir Walter Scott
Feb 20, 2021
Join us as we explore the life and legacy of Sir Walter Scott – 250th Anniversary – 6pm – 8pm, Zoom Event presented in association with Abbotsford Trust,
with insight from Professor Caroline McCracken Flesher.
Professor McCracken-Flesher is a past Convenor of the International Association for the Study of Scottish Literature, an honorary fellow of the Association for Scottish Literary Studies, and holds the Order of the Stag from the Clan Scott Society.
2021 New York Tartan Week Update
Feb 9, 2021
We may not be able to gather for the NY Tartan Day Parade this year, and march up Sixth Avenue, but the National Tartan Day New York Committee is advancing plans for the 2nd Virtual Celebration of the New York Tartan Day Parade on Saturday April 10th - further details...
ASF+ Read the February Scottish Banner Issue
Feb 2, 2021
The February issue of the Scottish Banner is here and once again ASF Members & Friends can enjoy this issue Free.
A thank you once again to the Scottish Banner. The issue as always is full of news and updates of our Scottish American community around the world
The Scottish Government USA Salute to Burns
Jan 30, 2021
A few weeks ago the Scottish Government USA reached out to groups throughout the USA and asked us to record a selected line of Address to a Haggis. The recording is a great example of our Scottish American community together – Enjoy.
The Scottish Government USA salute to Burns
Jan 29, 2021
A few weeks ago the Scottish Government USA reached out to groups throughout the USA and asked us to record a selected line of Address to a Haggis.
NTS Big Burns Night In
Jan 23, 2021
JOIN US ON SATURDAY 23 JANUARY AS WE TAK A CUP OF KINDNESS IN THE COMPANY OF FRIENDS FOR A CELEBRATION OF BURNS, AND A SHOWCASE OF SCOTTISH TALENT.
The Bobby Burns Cocktail from GlenDronach
Jan 23, 2021
Every Month the American-Scottish Foundation provides it members a special Scottish Inspired Cocktail to help members cope with the Covid Crisis and to Celebrate all things Scotland.
Not Too Late To Register – Burns & Business
Jan 22, 2021
The Scottish Government in partnership with various Scottish organizations delivers the inaugural Burns and Business gathering. Join sessions throughout the afternoon that celebrate the deep connections between the U.S. and Scotland.
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