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This week on #ScotsinUs, we spotlight Snowgoose, the latest production by the talented team of Noisemaker debuting this week at Goodspeed! Camilla G Hellman, MBE, is in conversation with Claire MacKenzie and Scott Gilmour, as well as Donna Lynn Hilton, Executive Director of Goodspeed, to discuss the background of the show and their journey so far. Donna Lynn Hilton then dives into the history of Goodspeed, and her experience working with Noisemaker these past 10 years!Featuring behind the scenes footage from rehearsals, including the song "Let Me Feel It Again" from the production. The show will run through October 18th. Tickets to Snowgoose are available here: https://www.goodspeed.org/shows/the-s....

This week on the ScotsinUs, we bring to you "The Scots Who Founded the United States", a talk with Historian and Architect John Kinnear. This is the latest installment of our Scots Who Built New York legacy Project, and orginally took place live on May 13th, 2026 at the Arsenal. Thirteen signers of the Declaration of Independence were Scots or of Scottish Descent.We will explore the influences of Scots and Scottish Events which since the eleventh century inspired our Founding Fathers to create a democratic form of government.Scotland’s history has been a struggle for independence for centuries. These events and the Scottish Enlightenment led to an understanding of what “Government by the People” should be. We will meet these Scots and witness their contributions to the founding of our country.

With the celebration of the 250th anniversary of America and the 4th of July, this week on #ScotsinUS, we revisit a talk given by John Kinnear, Historian and Architect, about the incredible contributions of Scottish Architects, Artisans and Philanthropists to the building of the early days of New York . To learn more about The Scots Who Buiilt New York legacy project, please visit https://americanscottishfoundation.com/initiatives/landmarks50.html

This week on #ScotsinUs, we return to our friend and collegue John Harbour of Exclusive Scottive Visits, who will take us on another tour of the incredible Isle of Skye! To learn more about John Harbour, please https://exclusivescottishvisits.co.uk/To learn more about ASF, visit https://americanscottishfoundation.com/

This week on #ScotsinUs, we join Elizabeth Manson, President of The Mary Queen of Scots Societyy and representatives of the Scottish Ballet to learn more about The History Behind the New Modern Scottish Ballet and Mary Queen of Scots. The discussion will focus on the historical events surrounding Mary Stuart's turbulent reign, her relationship with Queen Elizabeth I, and the final days she spent in Scotland before fleeing across the border into England. Manson’s research often highlights the regional history of Southwest Scotland, particularly the communities and castles Mary passed through on her final journey in May 1568.

This week on #scotsinus, we join John Harbour of Exclusive Scottish Visits and Charlie Maclean, one of Scotland's leading whiskey experts, to celebrate World Whisky Month! They discuss the ins and outs of the Whisky industry, from the various whisky regions in Scotland to how different components have an effect on the taste.

This week on #ScotsinUs, we look back on the our Tartan Day Observance, held on April 10th at Bryant Park, NYC and look ahead to the Edinburgh Tartan Day Parade on May 9th, 2026, which will be returning for the second year in the row! Email us at [email protected] to join the ASF Contingent! This Tartan week, we welcomed back a contigent from the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo to the Fountain Terrace as we reflected on what Tartan Day is all about. Tune in to hear some of their incredible performance!This year's Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo performance is called "A Call to Gather", and invites audiences to unite at the Edinburgh Castle Esplanade for an unforgettable evening of spectacle, storytelling, and celebration. A Call to Gather will run from 7 - 29 August. Tickets on sale here: https://www.edintattoo.co.uk

This week on #ScosinUs, Camilla G Hellman is in conversation with Kirsty Fraser, Artist Development Manager at the Edinburgh Fringe. Kristy gives us the history of the how the Fringe got started, the background on the Fringe Society, and gives us some insight on the process of bringing a show to the Fringe!

In this episode of #ScotsinUs, Camilla G Hellman is in conversation with Jen Stout, Scottish journalist and author. Jen has been documenting the war in Ukraine on the grouund since 2022. She speaks with us today about her incredible journey growing up in Fair Isle, a remote island in Shetland with a population of 60, to her time spent in Russia, Ukraine and beyond.Jen's most recent book, "Night Train to Odesa" has received numerous awards, including BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK, WINNER OF THE SALTIRE SOCIETY FIRST BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD and more. To learn more baout Jen Stout and her incredible work, visit https://www.jenstout.net/#ukraine #russia #scotland #shetland #fairisle #journalism

This week on #scotsinus, we pay trtibute to Scotland's national bard Robert Burns! We begin by hearing a rendition of My Love is Like a Red Red Rose by Sophie Craig, and then continue on to hear samples of "The Burns Project", a production by James Clements. The show debuted at the Fringe last August, and is now on tour at National Trust for Scotland properties. Laslty, we conclude with a piece from Noisemaker from their produciton "Ceilidh". To learn more about the Burns Project, visis https://www.nts.org.uk/stories/the-burns-project#robertburns #burnsnight #scotland #theater #fringefestival

This week on #ScotsinUs, we travel to Ellisland, the farm built by Robert Burnss that inspired some of his greatest work. Camilla G Hellman, ASF President, is in conversation with Joan McAlpine, project manager of "Save The Home of Auld Lang Syne". Joan shares with us the history of Ellisland, the wonderful projects undertaken recently by the farm (including the restoration of a flute played by Burns' son!), as well as their many plans for the future! To get involved or learn more, visit https://www.ellislandfarm.co.uk/To learn more about ASF, visit www.americanscottishfoundation.org#robertburns #burnsnight #scotland #dumfries #scots #farm

This week on #scotsinus, we share a highlight from the recent Scottish North American Community Conference. Keynote speaker Charles, Lord Bruce gives his perspective on taking the reins at the Standing Council of Scottish Chiefs and plans for their interface with us North American Scots.#scotsinus #scottish #scots #scotland #StandingCouncilofScottishChiefs

On this episode of #scotsinus, we return to the incredible Isle of Skye for a another tour with John Harbour of Exclusive Scottish Visits! To learn more about Exclusive Scottish Visits, visit https://exclusivescottishvisits.co.uk/To learn more about ASF, visit www.americanscottishfoundation.org#scotland #skye #hebrideanislands #hebrides #scots #tourism

This week on #ScotsinUs, Camilla G Hellman is in conversation with Noreen Preston, Philanthropy Manager and Dr. Sheonard Laidlaw, Head of Young Adult Care, of the Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice in Glasgow.The Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice provides free, person-centred palliative care, helping patients live well in the time they have. They treat the person, not the disease, and offer practical and emotional support to patients, their families and careers. Their Young Adult Service, developed in partnership with young adults and their families, offers age-appropriate care for young adults with life-limiting conditions. Recognised nationally as a Centre of Excellence and, more recently, a Centre of Learning, it reflects our commitment to continuous improvement and rights-based care for young adults with life-limiting conditions.Learn more at https://www.princeandprincessofwaleshospice.org.uk/Learn more about ASF at www.americanscottishfoundation.com#mentalhealthcare #hospice #disabilitysupport #nonprofit

This week of #scotsinus, we spotlight our top picks for your trip to Scotland! ASF has developed two tools, our biweekly bulletin and our newsletter, that will help you keep up with all that is going on in Scotland, from new Museum openings, to Highland Games, to festivals!To learn more about ASF or become a member, please visit https://americanscottishfoundation.com/home/index.html