Dunans Castle, the ancestral seat of the Fletcher clan set in the stunning Scottish Highlands, was ravaged by a fire in 2001, causing much damage to the 18th- and 19th-century structure. But in 2002, Charles Dixon-Spain and his wife, Sadie, happened to drive down the country lane and discovered the castle. Seeing beauty in the...
The acclaimed Celtic music duo Alasdair Fraser and Natalie Haas return for a spectacular evening of cutting-edge fiddle and cello, blending Scottish tradition with global influences in a performance that pushes the boundaries of Celtic music.
JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OF SCOTTISH HERITAGE CELEBRATION with our second annual traditional Burns Supper. Four Glasgow-based hosts and restaurateurs flying in from Scotland, live music, Scottish dancing along with songs and poems of Robert Burns.
With a career spanning over two decades, Hanneke Cassel has helped redefine what it means to be a modern fiddler. A driving force in the ever-changing landscape of acoustic music, Hanneke blends originality and innovation with the spirit of Scottish traditional fiddle. Fusing musical roots from the Isle of Skye and Cape Breton Island with...
The name Cantrip is an Old Scots word meaning a charm, magic spell or piece of mischief and it aptly describes the unexpected twists and turns in their musical arrangements. Swirling border pipes, raging fiddle, thunderous guitar and three rich voices blend to create a sound energetic enough to tear the roof off. Echoes can...
A new and exciting pan celtic event in Branford, CT. Come down and join us to experience the clans, entertainment, and vendors. It will held at the Stony Creek Brewery in Branford. If you can't drive, bring your boat up to the docks, or ride the train as the station is literally across the street....
Join us for an extraordinary cinematic journey to the breathtaking Scottish Highlands with our special screening of The Hermit of Treig. This BAFTA-winning documentary offers a beautiful escape into the remote wilderness, following the remarkable story of Ken Smith - a true legend who chose to live in complete isolation for decades in one of...
Join us for this important free lecture presented by the Maine Ulster-Scots Project. JUNE 2, 2025 7:00PM Wolfe’s Neck Center, 184 Burnett Rd. Freeport, Maine Chris Gerrard, Professor of Archaeology at Durham University (UK) and team leader for the Scottish Soldiers Project will present: 'Lost Lives, New Worlds. Unlocking the story of the 1650 Scottish...
The Vermont Institute of Celtic Arts (VICA) is proud to present the Vermont Highland Games at the Highland Center for the Arts. Superb musical performances, Celtic cultural demonstrations and seminars will take place throughout the day. Come and see wonderful vendors selling Celtic goods, explore your heritage in the Clan tent village and learn the...
