Saint Andrew's Society of Philadelphia

St. Andrew is the patron saint of Scotland. His feast day is November 30 and his Saints Day is a celebration and education of Scottish culture and heritage with traditional food, music (especially bagpipes) and Scottish dancing. The cross on which St. Andrew was crucified has been adopted as the national flag of Scotland and incorporated into the Union flag. The Saints Day is celebrated in Philadelphia with an annual gala dinner. Several historical treasures and relics owned by the Society are carried in the annual St. Andrew's Day procession that is part of the festivities. There were 346 in attendance at the 12/1/2022 annual St. Andrew's Day event.

In June of 2023, sixty members and guests of the St. Andrew's society traveled to Scotland to pay homage to Scotland and in honor of the Society's 275th anniversary. The group traveled to the Battlefield of Culloden, the Cathedral of St. Andrew, Scone Palace, Edinburgh Castle, Scotland's Parliament. Throughout the trip, the group was immersed in Scottish culture, was educated in the history as well as the progression into modern Scotland.

Supper meetings of the members, officers, and board are conducted to explore issues related to Scottish heritage and to conduct the business affairs of the Society. Guest speakers enhance the event by sharing their experiences.

The Ceilidh Event is a family event promoting Scottish heritage and traditions in the U.S. The event features Scottish music, food, dancing, and storytelling attended by 174 participants on 10/8/2022.

Golf outing to celebrate the links sport of Scottish origin.

Hunting, fishing, special events. Participants honor the gentlemanly outdoor sport of bird hunting & fishing.

Scottish Monument expenses and maintenance

Pipers playing traditional Scottish bagpipes at funerals & cultural events

Assistance Fund Donations to the following organizations in the Philadelphia area: St. Mark's Church = $1,613 Seaman's Church Institute = $1,000 Museum of the American Revolution = $2,520

Chronicle expenses

The Robert Burns Night Supper is a tribute dinner saluting the Scottish Bard Robert Burns. 179 attendees were present at the event on 1/27/2023.