Burns Night Supper
The Chicago Scots are partnering with the Gorton Center and the History Center of Lake Forest-Lake Bluff to host the celebration of 18th-century Scottish poet Robert Burns! Click Here To Purchase Tickets
$75
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400 E. Illinois Road 400 E. Illinois Road, Lake Forest, IL, United StatesScottish American History Forum
Topic: Robert the Bruce, King of Scotland Presenter: Bruce S. Allardice, J.D., Instructor Social & Behavioral Science, History, Political Science, South Suburban College, South Holland, Illinois This event is complimentary. To attend, please RSVP below
FREEScottish American History Forum
Topic: Imaginary Friendship”: John Adams and Jonathan Sewall and their American Revolution Presenter: Professor Dr. Colin Nicolson F.R.Hist.S., Editor of the Bernard Papers, Faculty of Arts and Humanities: History and Politics, University of Stirling, Scotland Select Books: Imaginary Friendship in the American Revolution: John Adams and Jonathan Sewall. Nicolson C & Dudley Edwards O. (Routeledge, New York and London), 2018. The ‘Infamas […]
FREEJudson University’s 2023 World Leaders Forum
Join us on March 21, 2023, for a dialogue facilitated by the Chicago Scots’ President Gus Noble OBE in celebration of the 100th anniversary of Scotsman Eric Liddell’s historic win at the 1924 Olympics. The World Leaders Forum will reflect on Liddell’s life and legacy, which inspired the film “Chariots of Fire.” The World Leaders […]
$75
Scottish American History Forum
Topic: Victorian Travelers in Scotland Presenter: Professor Kevin James, PhD Scottish Studies Foundation Chair, and Professor of History, University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada This event is complimentary. To attend, please RSVP below or email [email protected].
FREECharles Rennie Mackintosh and Hill House
The National Trust for Scotland Foundation USA and The Chicago Scots invite you to Charles Rennie Mackintosh and Hill House A conversation with Philip Long OBE FRSE, Chief Executive, National Trust for Scotland and Tony Jones CBE, Former Director, Glasgow School of Art President-emeritus, Art Institute of Chicago about Scotland, design, and conservation, from the […]
$45 – $60
The 37th Annual Scottish Festival & Highland Games
This family-friendly outdoor event is a chance to explore Scottish culture, from the Caber Toss to Highland Dancing to the Dogs of Scotland.
Free – $200The Scottish American History Forum
Topic: Maine Ulster Scots Project and Ulster History on the Eastern Frontier Speaker: John Mann, PLS, Founder and Chairman Emeritus Maine Ulster Scots Project
Scottish Genealogy Group
Professional genealogist, Liz draws upon more than 30 years of learning and research when crafting her lecture and articles. Today's topic is using One Note to enhance your research.
The 107th Annual Scottish Home Picnic
All are welcome to join residents, families and staff for the Chicago Scots' 107th Annual Summer Picnic. Live music, food, Highland Dancing, bagpipes, kids games and much more!
Free
Wayne Rethford & Peter Georgeson’s Celebration of Life and Memorial
Join a celebration of the lives and friendship of two of Chicago’s greatest Scots and pay respect to Peter Georgeson and Wayne Rethford.
Free
Nicht Wi’ Burns
Date: January 27 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Location: 9333 S. Cicero Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 United States 5:00 pm – Cash Bar 5:45 pm – Pipe Band 6:00 pm – Program Start Complete details will be included with your emailed invitation. Email [email protected] to be added to our invitation list.
Scottish Genealogy Group
Date: July 27 | 10:00 am - 11:30 am Location: 2800 Des Plaines Avenue North Riverside, IL, 60546, United States
Scottish American History Forum
Chicago Scots 2800 Des Plaines Ave, North Riverside, IL, United StatesDate: February 10 | 10:00 am - 11:30 am Location: Topic: The Burning Land: One Family’s Passage Through the Civil War and into the West Speaker: David O. Stewart, Historian and Author of George Washington, The Summer of 1787, Impeached, Madison’s Gift, American Emperor and others. Register Now
Scottish American History Forum
Date: March 9 | 10:00 am - 11:30 am Location: Topic: Ulster Scots, Princeton University and Founding of the University of North Carolina in1795: Role of William R. Davie, War Hero Speaker: Donald C. McLeod, FSAScot, FCCP, Historian and former Professor of Pharmacology at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, Duke University North Carolina, and […]
Scottish American History Forum
Date: April 13 | 10:00 am - 11:30 am Location: Topic: Scottish American Military Society – The Legacy and the Pride Presenter: Kenneth A. Lloyd, National Commander, The Scottish American Military Society, USA
Scottish Genealogy Group
2800 Des Plaines Avenue North Riverside, IL, 60546, United States
Scottish American History Forum
Chicago Scots 2800 Des Plaines Ave, North Riverside, IL, United StatesDate: May 11 | 10:00 am - 11:30 pm Location: Topic: Robert Burns: As He Sees Us and We See Him Presenter: Gus Noble OBE, President, Chicago Scots and Caledonia Senior Living & Memory Care
38th Annual Scottish Festival & Highland Games Volunteer Opportunities
Date: June 10 | 8:00 am - June 16 | 5:00 pm Location: 2015 Manchester Road Wheaton,60187 Sign up to be notified when volunteer opportunities at the 38th Scottish Festival & Highland Games are released. Volunteer’s weekend admission is free!
The 38th Annual Scottish Festival & Highland Games
2015 Manchester Road, N County Farm Rd Wheaton, IL 60187, United States The 2024 Scottish Festival Highland Games will be moving to its new home at the DuPage County Fairgrounds, June 14 – 15.Tickets will be going on sale next week and as always Children 12 and under are free! Register to get notified when […]
