The Board of Governors cordially invites and encourages everyone to celebrate Scotland and kindness at the 179th annual St. Andrew’s Day Gala.
Gratefully recognizing the contributions and accomplishments of our fellow Scots.
DISTINGUISHED CITIZEN
Sir Niall Ferguson
For his prolific body of work as a globally-celebrated historian, economist and critical thinker on the greatest geopolitical issues of our time.
KINSMAN & KINSWOMAN
Paul & Catherine Melville
For their outstanding leadership and steadfast commitment to advancing the work of the Chicago Scots and our elder care mission at Caledonia Senior Living & Memory Care.
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5:00PM: |
A Conversation with Sir Niall Ferguson |
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6:00PM: |
Cocktail Reception with Scottish Flair |
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7:00PM: |
Awards Dinner Program Presentation of the Haggis & Banquet Dinner Awards, Toast & Tributes Highland Dance and Bagpipe Performances |
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Highland Evening Dress or Black-Tie Encouraged |
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WHEN
Saturday, November 30, 2024
WHERE
Palmer House Hilton
17 East Monroe Street
Chicago, IL 60603
Map and Directions
ONLINE PAYMENT
Make a payment for a commitment at the St. Andrew’s Day Gala.
Gratefully recognizing the contributions and accomplishments of our fellow Scots.
DISTINGUISHED CITIZEN
Sir Niall Ferguson
For his prolific body of work as a globally-celebrated historian, economist and critical thinker on the greatest geopolitical issues of our time.
KINSMAN & KINSWOMAN
Paul & Catherine Melville
For their outstanding leadership and steadfast commitment to advancing the work of the Chicago Scots and our elder care mission at Caledonia Senior Living & Memory Care.
When we are far from home or can no longer live at home on our own, we long for that sense of connection, of calm, of coming home. Chicago Scots provide those nourishing bonds of culture, care and community for all.
On 30 November 1845, when Chicago was a small frontier town, population just 12,000, a group of Scots gathered to celebrate Saint Andrew’s Day. They resolved to form an organization to serve the needy and bring something of Scotland, of home to Chicago. Founded as the Illinois Saint Andrew Society at this very event, the Chicago Scots is the first and still oldest charitable and philanthropic organization in Illinois.
This event benefits Chicago Scots’ principal charity, Caledonia Senior Living & Memory Care.
Every year at our Scottish Festival & Highland Games, the Chicago Scots feature a family or an organization as our Honored Clan. This year, to recognize and celebrate its’ strong Scottish roots, our Honored Clan is Rotary International. We are proud to announce that Rotary International’s Scottish President, Gordon McInally has agreed to lead our Parade of Tartans at 12:30 p.m. Gordon will also receive the Salute to the Chieftain from the Massed Pipe Bands at approximately 6.30pm on Saturday, June 15, 2024.