Tartan Day on Ellis Island

A celebration of Scottish-American history and culture

March 30 - April 23, 2024

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Highland Fling

A celebration of Highland Dance

March 30 - April 7, 2024

Extended to April 23rd, 12PM ET

The Highland Dance is one of Scotland’s most iconic cultural legacies, combining rich history with a vibrant modern presence. Join us on Ellis Island to discover the centuries-old story behind the dance and witness live performances.

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Plan your visit

The Tartan Day on Ellis Island exhibit is hosted in the Special Exhibits area on the 3rd floor of the Ellis Island Museum. Admission to the Museum and the Tartan Day exhibit is free; however, you will need to purchase a ferry ticket. Advance booking is highly recommended!

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annual visitors in 2023*

* Source: National Parks Service

Performers

About the event

Hosted as part of the global celebration of Tartan Week, Tartan Day on Ellis Island is one of the United States’ major annual Scottish heritage events. Each year is highlighted by an exhibit exploring a specific aspect of Scottish-American history and culture. The celebration also features performances by a host of Scottish artists, including pipers and drummers, Highland dancers, fiddlers, jugglers and harpists.

The event is produced by the Learned Kindred of Currie, a leading Scottish-American cultural and educational non-profit dedicated to preserving and promoting Scottish and Highland heritage and the arts through a wide variety of programs. pipers and drummers, Highland dancers, fiddlers, jugglers and harpists.

Partnerships

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.

Experience Highland Fling with Tartan Day on Ellis Island

Don’t miss out – book your ferry tickets in advance!