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Scotland - true home of tartan

Tartan is instantly recognised the world over as uniquely Scottish.

Cool Kilts

The kilt has come a long way from its 16th century origins and has become a firm fashion statement with edgy modern designs.

Getting started in Scottish genealogy

October is Family History Month in the USA. We answer the ten most common questions on researching your Scottish ancestry.

Bagpipe quiz

Bagpipe rockers the Red Hot Chilli Pipers have helped us create a music quiz with a difference. Can you name that tune?

Highland Games and Piping Championships

Highlights of Scotland’s summer programme of traditional events.

Scottish design running wild in the Big Apple

Scottish fashion taking centre stage in New York this Scotland Week.

Scottish Tartan - Scotland's official Register of Tartans.

People across the world can use the Registers on-line resource to research or design their own clan or family tartan.