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Scots both sides of the Atlantic are hoping for the return of a much-missed Highland games season in 2021. If they can’t go ahead, many big festival and event organisers have digital back-up plans up their sleeves
SCOTLAND
17-20 June 2021
ROYAL HIGHLAND SHOW
What? Though ticket numbers will be restricted due to socialdistancing measures, in its 180th year The Royal Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland is determined to celebrate the best in food, farming and rural life. If changes to government restrictions allow, there will be the opportunity to ‘scale up’. Where? Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston, Edinburgh. royalhighlandshow.org
2 July-12 September 2021
ARBROATH 2020+1 FESTIVAL
What? Not to be defeated when celebratory events for the 700th anniversary of the Declaration of Arbroath were cancelled, this year the festival returns with an adapted programme. From a music performance in a fish market to an open-air promenade production on the beach, Arbroath’s community are coming together to put their town’s historic importance centre stage this summer. Where? Check the website for dates of individual events, though many of the installations are in place all summer (and into 2022) if you are visiting Arbroath, in Angus, at another time. arbroathfestival.com
16-25 July 2021
EDINBURGH JAZZ & BLUES FESTIVAL
What? The Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival is hosted at some of the very best venues throughout Edinburgh from grand concert halls to hip jazz clubs. Tickets are currently on sale for two events (Jools Holland and Curtis Stigers) to be held at the Festival Theatre. Where? Edinburgh; however the festival is currently planning for all eventualities and may incorporate both virtual and in-person events. edinburghjazzfestival.com
8 August 2021
BRIDGE OF ALLAN HIGHLAND GAMES
What? The games field nestles between Stirling Castle, the beautiful Ochil Hills and the National Wallace Monument, made famous by the blockbuster movie, Braveheart. This makes it one of Scotland’s most popular, usually attracting crowds of between 8,000 and 10,000 people each year. A decision on whether the games will go ahead will be made mid-April. Where? Strathallan Games Park, Bridge of Allan, Stirling FK9 4QY bofagames.com
12 August 2021
BALLATER HIGHLAND GAMES
What? Currently government guidelines prohibit large gatherings or events, but if restrictions ease as forecast, the
Arbroath 2020+1 Festival launch
Ballater Highland Games – held here since 1864 - will go ahead this summer. Where? Monaltrie Park, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5QW ballaterhighlandgames.com
6-28 August 2021
THE ROYAL EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO
What? This spectacular event will be back with a bang in 2021, celebrating music, dance and military pageantry. Tickets are available now, but as social distancing measures will be in place, there will be reduced capacity – be quick!
Where? Edinburgh Castle Esplanade, Castlehill, Edinburgh, EH1 2NG edintattoo.co.uk
6-30 August 2021
EDINBURGH FRINGE FESTIVAL
What? The self-proclaimed ‘greatest celebration of culture and arts on the planet’, the Edinburgh Fringe consumes the city for three weeks in August every year, bringing together both local and international artists from all walks of life and at different stages in their careers. Where? As with many of the biggest events this summer and beyond, the Edinburgh Fringe will likely take a sensible dual approach this year, with a virtual and in-person offering. Keep your eye on their website, or subscribe to their newsletter, to keep up to date. edfringe.com
VIRTUAL
28 May-5 June 2021
ISLAY FESTIVAL OF MUSIC & MALT
What? Each year, during the last week of May, the island of Islay in the Inner Hebrides welcomes visitors from across the world to join them in celebrating their culture, music and worldrenowned single malt whiskies. This year they’re taking the festival online. Where? The festival Facebook page is the best place to visit for up-to-date information regarding the virtual festival @feisile.islay. Tickets will be sold from the website. islayfestival.com
2-6 June 2021
CLAN MACEWEN VIRTUAL GATHERING
What? After more than 500 years since their last Chief, the MacEwen Clan first held a modern clan gathering in 2019 at Castle MacEwen in Kilfinan, Argyll. Still in the process of reintroducing themselves to the Scottish and Clan community, this year they are taking their gathering online. Where? Check their website for upcoming information about their
The Royal Mile during the Edinburgh Fringe Festival
plans for an alternative ‘Hybrid Gathering’ in 2021. clanmacewen.com
5 & 6 June 2021
CRAIL FOOD FESTIVAL
What? Now in its tenth year, this festival was set up to connect Crail’s passionate food producers with their customers near and far, creating an opportunity for conversation, consumption and celebration. Where? Usually held at various venues throughout the historic fishing village of Crail in the pretty East Neuk of Fife, this year the festival will be virtual. You will be able to ‘wander’ between traders and producers and purchase their products from the comfort of your own sofa. Check their social media channels (@crailfoodfestival) and website for details. crailfoodfest.co.uk
23-26 June 2021
CLAN MACLEAN VIRTUAL GATHERING
What? Breaking with the tradition that has seen this clan gather at Duart Castle on the Isle of Mull every five years since 1986, in 2021 the Clan Maclean Association is holding a free, virtual gathering. Due to the 2022 Duart Castle gathering being postponed until 2023, this will give members the chance to strengthen their bond in the longer interim between meetings. Where? Please check their website for upcoming information on how to attend the gathering virtually this year. clanmaclean.org; macleangatherings.com
July 2021
ARIZONA HIGHLAND CELTIC FESTIVAL
What? Events already organised include a virtual tea with Diana Gabaldon, author of the Outlander series; Celtic cooking classes; Celtic language classes; music workshops; traditional dance demonstrations and much more. Where? For 2021 the Northern Arizona Celtic Heritage Society have decided to have a virtual Arizona Highland Celtic Festival, which will run throughout July. celtsconnect.com/ arizona-highland-celtic-festival
USA
24 July 2021
DRESSED TO KILT
What? The most prestigious and exciting Scottish fashion show is back in 2021. This year the event will be held in honour of Sir Sean Connery and family. As such, a new Sir Sean tartan, developed by three generations of the Connery family, will be unveiled for the first time ever during the show. As well as real-life attendees, the event will also be live-streamed and tickets for both the in-person and virtual options are available online now. Where? Mill Neck Manor, 40 Frost Mill Rd, Mill Neck, NY 11765 dressedtokilt.com
6 & 7 August 2021
SAINT ANDREW’S SOCIETY OF DETROIT HIGHLAND GAMES
What? A celebration of Scottish culture and heritage in its 172nd year, with pipes, drums, Highland dancing and heavy athletics taking centre stage. And don’t miss the ceilidh the night before the games begin. Where? GreenMead Historical Park, Livonia, MI highlandgames.com
13 & 14 August 2021
SPARTA CELTIC FESTIVAL
What? This free, family-friendly event gives expression to Celtic heritage, with three stages dedicated to music and dancing, as well as a Highland games and more. Where? Rogers Park, Sparta, MI 49345 spartacelticfest.org
18 September 2021
MAINE CELTIC CELEBRATION
What? With its own medieval artisan village, sheepherding demonstrations, Celtic breeds parade and dog show, ‘The Kilted Canter’ 5km running race, a Highland games, and a children’s area, this celebration promises to provide fun for all the family. Where? Steamboat Landing and Belfast Common, Belfast, ME mainecelticcelebration.com
Clan Dunbar
DUNBARS OF THE WORLD, UNITE!
Join your clan, wherever you are, and learn more of the illustrious history of the great family that once owned huge amounts of Scotland. Meet the warriors, maidens, bish-ops and merchants whose talent, bravery, politics and poetry made the name reverberate throughout the Middle Ages.
Under the leadership of Sir James Dunbar, BT, Chief of the Name, and Chieftain David C. Dunbar, Clan Dunbar is now International. **Exciting DNA Project ** Clan Tour of Scotland with focus on Dunbar history planned for summer of 2019 ** Interactive Clan Website ** Genealogists
CONTACT: Kathryn Dunbar, Secretary, PO Box 1493, Tomball, TX 77377-1493; Chieftain@ClanDunbar.org www.ClanDunbar.com
CLAN ELLIOT SOCIETY, U.S.A.
Welcomes membership of all who are connected with this great border family. William Elliott, Clan President. Direct inquiries to: Membership-Treasurer
Jim Dougherty 160 Webb Town Road
Tunnel Hill, IL 62792 https://elliotclan-usa.com
SALTOUNSALTOUNSALTOUN LOVATLOVATLOVAT
Operating under the authority of The RT. Hon. Lady Saltoun, Chief of the name of Fraser The RT Hon. Lord Lovat, Of the Clan Fraser of Lovat Registered members are invited to share in the bond of this heritage and receive the Nessie newsletter. For membership and information please visit www.CFSNA.com
Organized July 1975 The first worldwide Clan Graham Organization CLAN GRAHAM SOCIETY
Ne Oublie • “Do Not Forget” to join us! www.clangrahamsociety.org www.facebook.com/ClanGrahamSociety
Clan Hamilton Society
Hamiltons and those of Hamilton descent are cordially invited to join the Society.
Visit our website: http://www.clanhamilton.org Inquiries should be sent to: Sherri Lambert, Treasurer PO Box 5399 Vernon Hills, IL 60061
The Clan Hannay Society
For those with family names of Hannay, Hannah, Hanna and Hanney. Membership Sec: Mrs. Jacquie Hannay 5 Picket Cross, Bankend Road, Dumfries DG1 4AH SCOTLAND
www.clanhannay.org
April Rich Membership Chair 218 Oxbow Drive Willimantic, CT 06226 clanhaymembership@hotmail.com www.ClanHay.com The American Branch of the First Family of Scotland welcomes inquiries from descendants of Hay / Hayes / Haynes, Constable, Delgatie, Erroll, Gifford, Leith, MacGarra, Peebles and Turriff
Clan Hope of Craighall Society
For all of the name and lineage of Hope
INTERNATIONAL & AUSTRALIA
President & Commissioner: Stephen J. Hope president@clanhope.org
www.clanhopeaustralia.org UNITED STATES of AMERICA
High Commissioner: Richard Rex Hope highcommissionerusa@clanhope.org Membership Chair: Cynthia Hope Henderson membership@clanhope.org
www.clanhope.org CANADA
Commissioner: Scott Hale commissioner@clanhope.ca
www.clanhope.ca SCOTLAND
Commissioner: Colin Douglas Hope commissionerscotland@clanhope.org
www.clanhope.org
https://www.facebook.com/groups/ClanHopeofCraighall
Clan Irwin Association
Chief and Patron
Alexander H. Irvine, 27th Baron & Laird of Drum, Chief of the name Contact: Barbara Edelman 65 Colonial Drive Telford, PA 18969 215-721-3955 barb3.edelman@gmail.com www.clanirwin.org www.facebook.com/groups/clanirwin * Twitt@Clan_Irwin IRWIN * IRVINE * IRVIN * IRVING * ERWIN And the many other spellings of the name
Clan Leslie Society International
The Honorable Alexander Leslie Chief of Clan Leslie Loren Leslie, Chieftain Septs: Abernethy, Bartholomew, Carnie, Lang & More (Moore) Send inquiries to: Linda Flowers, CLSI Treasurer, 302 SW 3rd, Tuttle, OK 73089 Email: lflowjingo@sbcglobal.net www.clanlesliesociety.org
Clan logan SoCiety
One Name – One Family – One Heritage www.ClanLoganSociety.com
Membership is open to all persons descended from or connected by marriage or adoption to the LOGANS of the UK (Scotland) & Ireland, and their friends. Membership Info Contact: ClanLoganMembership@yahoo.com Or write: Clan Logan Society P.O. Box 241, Oak Island, NC 28465
Clan MacAlister Society
An Educational 501(c)(3) Non Profit Corp. Representing MacAlister Clansmen Worldwide MacAlester, Alexander, Alison, Alister, Loup, Lister, Sanders, Sandy, Saunders Stewart McA. Flora, Chairman clanmacalisterpres@gmail.com www.ClanMacAlisterSociety.org
Give your society the exposure it deserves, our 100,000 Scottish interest readers are keen to connect with their clans and associations. To book your society in Scotland email: Natasha.Syed@chelseamagazines.com
Clan MacDougall Society of North America, Inc. Clan MacDougall SocietyClan MacDougall Society of North America, Inc.
Valerie McDougall of North America, Inc. Valerie McDougall VP Membership PO Box 338047 Valerie McDougall, VP Membership VP Membership PO Box 338047 MacDougall Greeley, CO. 80633 MacDowall PO Box 338047, Greeley, CO. 80633 MacDougall Greeley, CO. 80633 MacDowall
Email:membership@macdougall.org Home Page:ww.macdougall.orgEmail: membership@macdougall.org • www.macdougall.orgEmail:membership@macdougall.org Home Page:ww.macdougall.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/clanmacdougall www.facebook.com/clanmacdougall www.facebook.com/clanmacdougall Facebook: www.facebook.com/clanmacdougall
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MacCowan Macowen MacHale McHoul MacCowanMcCownMacowen MacHale Mactheul McHoul McCown Mactheul
MacHowell MacCowan McCown MacHowell MacCowan MacKichan M’Gowall MacNamell MacKichan M’Gowall MacLinden MacLintockMacLindenMacClintockMacLintock
McCown MacNamell MacClintock MacLucas MacLugash MacLucas MacLuke MacLugash MacLuke
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Membership invited from all U.S. residents of or connected to the name in any of its recognized forms. INQUIRIES TO: Roger H. Johnston 107 Stellamar Drive Hutto, TX. 78634 texscott2020@gmail.com Visit the Clan Website: http://www.clanmacgillivray.net
MACGREGOR
AMERICAN CLAN GREGOR SOCIETY
Founded in 1909 and the only officially recognized Clan Gregor organization in the USA. If you believe you are a Gregor, MacGregor, McGregor or one of the Septs, contact our registrar.
Gregor Grier MacAdams McNish Gregory King Magruder Peter Gregg Lecky McGehee many others Registrar: Jeanne P., Lehr, 11 Ballas Crt, St. Louis, MO 63131
www.acgsus.org
Clan MacInnes
Int’l Assn. of Clan MacInnes (Aonghais) Worldwide, we welcome descendants of all spelling variations, including (Mc)Angus, (Mc)Canse, (Mc)Ginnis, (Mc)Guenis, (Mc)Inch, (Mc)Innes, (Mc)Innis, (Mc)Kinnis, (Mc)Masters, (Mc)Neish, (Mc)Ninch, and more. Scott Mcinnis, Member Services: scott@macinnes.org or visit: www.macinnes.org
Clan Macneil
ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA
Invites all Macneils . . . regardless of surname spelling, some of which are listed below:
MCNEILL
MCNEELY MACNEIL NEAL MACNEAL NEILSON MACNIEL O’NEILL to join us in preserving our heritage. Contact: Sally Mitchell, VP Membership, 5577 Prince Phillip Way, Stone Mountain, GA 30087, 770-713-3544; Email: membrshipcma@gmail.com or visit www.clanmacneilusa.us
Clan MacKinnon Society
Since 1891 Family | History | Philanthropy | Fun
Septs: Love, MacKinney, MacKinning, MacKinven, MacMorran, Morren, Sherry
www.TheMacKinnon.com
CMANA, Inc. All spellings of MacLachlan, Gilchrist and MacEwen. Founded in 1965.
Lt. Governor John Cherry, Treasurer JCherry@aol.com www.cmana.net
www.facebook.com/ClanMacLachlanSociety
Clan MacLaren
Society of North America
MACLAREN MACLAURIN LAWRENCE LAWSON LOW[E] LOW[E]RY LAW[E] PATTERSON MACPATRICK MACRORY Recognized by the Chief of Clan MacLaren
Mark McLaren, FSA Scot President 611 Indian Home Rd. Danville, CA 94526 President@clanmaclarenna.org
Clan Macnachtan
Association Worldwide
Descendants andSepts of the
CLAN MACNAUGHTON are invited to join our Worldwide Association to learn and share our MacNaughton and Scottish heritage. For more info go to: clanmacnaughton.net or contact
Mary Nivison Burton, Membership Secretary at:
membersec@clanmacnaughton.net
New Second Edition!
A History of the Clan Macnachtan
Paperback available through Amazon.com, Amazon.co.uk, Amazon.ca
CLAN MACLEOD Nine Global Societies
Cordially invites membership inquiries from MacLeods, any spelling, sept families, their descendants and other interested persons.
Askey Auley Beaton Bethune Beton Callam Callum Caskey Caskie Grimmond Harold Harrold Lewis MacAllum Macandie Maccaskie Macaskill MacAulay McCabe MacCaig MacCallum MacCaskie MacCaskill MacClure MacCorkilll MacCorkindale MacCorkle MacCorquodale MacCrimmon MacCraig MacGillechallum MacHarold MacKaskill MacLewis MacLure MacRaild MacWilliam Malcolmson Norie Norrie Norman Normand Tolmie Williamson
Newsletters, Genealogy, Annual Meetings Membership info: annelmacleod@comcast.net www.clanmacleodusa.org HOLD FAST!
CLAN MacLELLAN
John B. McClellan, Jr. Treasurer Clan MacLellan 383 Ash Brook Lane Sunnyvale, TX 75182-3250
treasurer@clanmaclellan.net
Welcomes MacLellans and their descendants regardless of surname spelling to join in preserving our heritage.
Family names include: MacClellan(d), McClellan(d), McLellan(d) Scholarships available for Scottish studies. Visit our website: www.clanmaclellan.net
Clan Matheson soCiety 2021 International Clan Gathering & Parliament July 8-11, 2021
Sir Alexander Matheson of Matheson, Bt., Chief of Clan Matheson, Invites all Mathesons/Mathiesons/Mathisons and other variations of the name and supporters of
Clan Matheson to gather as the Honored Clan at the 65th Annual Grandfather Mountain Highland Games & Gathering O’ Scottish Clans Visit www.clanmathesonusa.org for more information Colvin Matheson, Chief’s Lieutenant, USA colvinmatheson@verizon.net
Clan MacNicol of North America
Chief John MacNeacail of MacNeacail and Scorrybreac Clan MacNicol, a small but vibrant Clan active in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Scotland and the U.S.A. From the misty Isle of Skye, the Hebrides and the Northwest Highlands, the sons and daughters of MacNicol, Nicol, Nicolson (and of other spelling variations) have spread to six continents. Nearly two centuries ago, the Chiefly line emigrated to Australia where it thrives to this day. Membership open to all who acknowledge the Clan Chief as its leader and wish to join the Society. New members receive a copy of the book on Clan history and two Clan newsletters during the year.
President and Deputy Membership
Secretary
Jeremy Nicholson Website www.clanmacnicol.org E-mail presidentna@clanmacnicol.org Postal Address P.O. Box 501166 Atlanta, GA 31150-1166, USA Canadian Membership Secretary Jacques McNicoll Website www.clanmacnicol.org E-mail mcnicollclan@videotron.qc.ca Postal Address 202 rue Berlioz - Apt. 203, Verdun, Québec H3E 1B8, Canada
Clan Maxwell
Adair Blackstock Dinwiddie Dinwoodie Edgar Herries Kirk Kirkland Latimer Latimore MacKittrick
SOCIETY
Maxton Mescall Monreith Moss Nithsdale Paulk Peacock Polk Pollo(c)k Sturgeon Wardlaw PO Box 3225, Staunton, VA 24401 www.clanmaxwellsociety.com
Clan MacRae Society Clan MacRae Society of North America of North America CLAN MOFFAT SOCIETY
Granted Arms in 2008 Granted Arms in 2008
We invite MacRaes of all We invite MacRaes of all spelling variations and their spelling variations and their descendants to join our Clan descendants to join our Clan MacRae Society. Learn your
MacRae Society. Learn your Scottish MacRae history and Scottish MacRae history and family lineage! www.macrae.org family lineage!
Need more info? Contact: Bruce McRae, President www.macrae.org 1 303-670-9611 brucewaynemcrae@gmail.com Need more info? Contact: Invites membership from Moffats of all spellings. Spouses and those legally adopted by Moffats are also eligible for membership.
Moffat Moffit Maffet Muffat Muffit Morphet Moffatt Moffitt Maffett Muffatt Muffitt Morphett Moffet Maffat Maffit Muffet Morphat Morphit Moffett Maffatt Maffitt Muffett Morphatt Morphitt
Other spelling variations may be recognized! www.clanmoffat.org
Bruce McRae, President 303-670-9611
brucewaynemcrae@gmail.com CLAN MACTAVISH Inc.
The only organization authorized and under the patronage of the 27th Hereditary Chief of Clan MacTavish, Steven MacTavish of Dunardry.
Anyone bearing the name MacTavish or any of the recognized connected names and their descendants and all variant spellings are invited to join us to celebrate our history. Members receive a newsletter, the “Non Oblitus” and support in doing family genealogy. Cash - MacTavish - Stephenson - Stevens Stevenson - Thompson - Thomson
For membership information please visit us at www.clanmactavish.org www.facebook.com/ClanMacTavish or contact: Clan MacTavish Treasurer
Clan MacTavish
membershipsecretary.mactavish@gmail.com
23 Garland Rd. Lancaster, NH 03584
CLAN MAITLAND SOCIETY
CHIEF: IAN MAITLAND The Earl of Lauderdale WE ARE ALL RELATED! Contact your local society NORTH AMERICA Rosemary Maitland Thom Rthomnvprdcan@aol.com www.clanmaitlandna.org AUSTRALIA Amanda Maitland 6/1 Hinemoa Avenue, Normanhurst NSW 2076 clanmaitland@yahoo.com.au NEW ZEALAND Judette Maitland 33 Disley Street, Highbury, Wellington 6012 NZ judette@xtra.co.nz We welcome all with Maitland, Lauderdale, Maitlen and similar name spelling. See the entire list and your family history at: www.clanmaitland.org.uk
Crest Badge Of Clan Member
Muirhead Clan Society
www.clanmuirhead.com
Chev. Raymond L. Morehead, GOTJ, FSA Scot. President/Chief Elect 6522 194th Avenue E. Bonney Lake, WA 98391 1-253-219-8736 E-mail: raymond@clanmuirhead.com
Nesbitt Nisbet Society of North America
Clan Nisbet, a Borders family, welcomes Nesbit/Nisbet and all various spellings worldwide. Share our history and learn about Alexander Nisbet, Scotland’s famous author of heraldry. For more information, visit www.ibydeit.org or contact Dave Nesbitt Harvey, President, at dharvey@ibydeit.org.
CLAN POLLOCK
Among the Most Ancient Families of Scotland. If you are a descendant of Pollock, Pollok, Pook, Polk, Polke, Paulk, Poalk, Poalke, Poulk, Poolke, Pogue, you are cordially invited to contact: Archie D. Pollock, Jr. P. O. Box 404, Greenville, Ky 42345 (615) 456-1699 apollockis@comcast.net
Clan Ross America
Representing the great Highland Clan of Ross since 1976
Paul D Ross, President Virg Bumann, VP Membership 1015 Archer St. San Diego, CA 92109 membership@clanross.org info@clanross.org www.clanross.org
CLAN SHAW SOCIETY
Invites membership or inquiries from all: Shaw, Ayson, Adamson, Esson, MacAy, MacHay, Shiach, Sheach, Sheath, Seith, Seth, Skaith, Scaith and Shay. Mike Shaw, Secretary 2403 West Crawford Denison, TX 75020
RBANA RBANA
Robert Burns Association of North America Robert Burns Association of North America Welcomes membership of all who are interested in the Life Welcomes membership of all who are interested in the Life and Works of the Scottish Bard Robert Burns, as well as and Works of the Scottish Bard Robert Burns, as well as Scottish literature and culture. RBANA is an association Scottish literature and culture. RBANA is an association dedicated to the preservation and appreciation of the life, dedicated to the preservation and appreciation of the life, works and philosophy of Scotland’s National Bard – Robert works and philosophy of Scotland’s National Bard – Robert Burns, as well as to the promotion of Scottish culture and Burns, as well as to the promotion of Scottish culture and heritage in North America. heritage in North America. Contact Details: Contact Details: Secretary: secretary@rbana.com Secretary: secretary@rbana.com President: president@rbana.com President: president@rbana.com Website: www.rbana.org Website: www.rbana.org
NC Scottish Heritage Society
506 Shinnecock Court New Bern, NC 28562 Join us to learn more about your highland heritage and an opportunity to publish your own research www.theargyllcolonyplus.org
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SCOTTISH HERITAGE USA, INC.
P.O. Box 457, Pinehurst, NC 28374
Supporting the work of the National Trust for Scotland and providing grants to non-profits promoting and preserving Scottish Tradition, history, crafts and culture. shusa457@gmail.com www.scottishheritageusa.org
St. Andrew’s Society of Detroit 2363 Rochester Road Troy, MI 48083 www.detroitscots.com
est. 1849, Michigan’s Oldest Charitable Organization and The Oldest Continuous Highland Games in North America Come Join the Fun!
St. Andrew’s Society of Pittsburgh
Welcomes Scots and all interested in Scottish heritage and traditions
www.standrewspittsburgh.org or call Paul Thompson 724-468-5800
Founded 1756
Saint Andrew’s Society of the State of New York
150 East 55th Street - 3rd Floor New York, NY 10022 David M. Murphy, 103rd President Tel. 212/223–4248; Fax 212/223–0748 www.standrewsny.org
The Clan MacThomas
Combie McColm McComas McComb(e) McCombie McComie McComish SEPT NAMES
MacOmie MacOmish Tam Thom Thomas Thoms Thomson
www.clanmacthomas.org
Andrew MacThomas of Finegand, 19th Chief, welcomes members. Please direct inquiries to: Cathy McComb Ludemann North American Branch membership-na@clanmacthomas.com
Clan Uisdean, USA
Defenders of Freedom, Mindful of Knowledge & Labor
Dedicated to the preservation of the legacy of the families McCuistion, McCuiston, McQuiston, McQuistion, McQuesten, McChristian, McQuestion, McQueston and all variations thereof in the United States, who are descendants of Uisdean, son of Alexander McDonald, Lord of the Isles, Earl of Ross and Justiciar of the Highlands. Uisdean is also a descendant of Robert the Bruce, hero-king of Scotland. Contact: BJ McCuiston, Secretary, PO Box 2193 Gilroy, CA 95021-2193 or billiejo@garlic.com
Clan Wallace Society
Celebrating over 50 years. For more information contact our membership chairman at membership @clanwallace.org.
Scotland Magazine Scotland Magazine 2.5” 2.5”x2”x2”
KENNEDY SOCIETY OF NORTH AMERICA
cordially invites membership inquiries from all descendants of Kennedy and the Clan Septs:
Cannaday Kanaday Cassels Cassillis Carrick MacUlrick MacWalrick Ulric
(some spellings may vary) Colleen Caldwell, Membership Chairman Kennedy Society of North America 2115 Pierpont S. Estates Morgantown, West Virginia 26508
c_caldwell83@yahoo.com www.kennedysociety.net
Membership Chairman: Charles Wallace 4634 N. Beechwood Drive Macon, GA 31210-2304 website: http://clanwallace.org
Clan Sinclair Association, Inc. (U.S.A.)
Do you know who came to North America almost 100 years before Columbus’ famous voyage? Prince Henry Sinclair in 1398 Come join (and enjoy) your Sinclair family
ST ANDREWS SOCIETY OF
THE CITY OF MILWAUKEE
President Tom H. Robinson TomHRobinson@aol.com
Membership Contact Keith A. Sinclair ClanSincMembership@gmail.com For a list of spelling variations and septs
Website: www.clansinclairusa.org
St Andrews Society of the City of Milwaukee
ST ANDREWS SOCIETY OF RELIEVE THE DISTRESSED
Clan Young
A charitable & social “We Ride!”
organization formed to For membership information, promote fellowship among those contact
surnamed Young, descendants of any Scotsman and anyone interested in all things Scottish.RELIEVE THE DISTRESSED Linda Young-Sheiko Membership Secretary (616) 581-2229
clanyoungmembership@yahoo.com www.clanyoungsociety.com
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