The Learned Kindred of Currie is a leading Scottish-American non-profit cultural and educational organization dedicated to preserving and promoting Scottish and Highland heritage and the arts through a wide variety of programs.
Curries, or more accurately, the MacMhuirich Bardic Family, can trace their history to the 13th century. The family served as Hereditary Bards to the Lords of the Isles and later to the MacDonalds of Clanranald.
Today, the Learned Kindred of Currie continues this legacy through programs, events, and scholarships that honor and promote Scotland’s rich culture and ancestry in the US and globally. Based in the United States, the Kindred has over 4,000 members worldwide.
The largest Tartan Day event in the world, Tartan Day on Ellis Island welcomed 184,000 visitors in 2023 alone. This annual exhibit explores a specific aspect of Scottish-American history and culture and features performances by a host of Scottish artists, including pipers and drummers, Highland dancers, fiddlers, jugglers, and harpists.
A joyful and reverent celebration of the Christmas season and the Celtic spirit, with live performances in New York and Summit, NJ, and a webcast for global audiences. Tickets are available now!
We’re proud to sponsor eight scholarships for youth pursuing studies in the arts, including music, literature, drama, and history. A few of our many past recipients are pictured above. Read more about our scholarships here.
Every year, we commission new music and cultural works to keep our traditions alive and support emerging and established artists. These include musical works such as those presented at the Pipes of Christmas, as well as the official Ellis Island Tartan.
We’re proud to sponsor eight scholarships for youth pursuing studies in the arts, including music, literature, drama, and history. A few of our many past recipients are pictured above. Read more about our scholarships here.
Every year, we commission new music and cultural works to keep our traditions alive and support emerging and established artists. These include musical works such as those presented at the Pipes of Christmas, as well as the official Ellis Island Tartan.
The Learned Kindred of Currie is dedicated to working hand-in-hand with cultural and heritage organizations worldwide to further the reach and impact of Scottish culture. By collaborating together, we amplify our efforts to educate, entertain, and connect our community and support the arts.
If your organization shares a passion for cultural heritage and has a vision for how we could work together, we invite you to reach out.
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