Official Name
Clan Scott Society, Inc.
(Previously known as Clan Scott, U.S.A. and Clan Scott Society of the
Americas)
Clan Objectives
To associate together those bearers of the surname Scott and associated
surnames, for the purpose of a society with common interest in the study
of the history, culture, and genealogy of the surname Scott; to provide,
by virtue of such study, a basis for pride in past accomplishments under
the name Scott, in such field as the Corpus Scoti or the general Clan
membership may from time to time institute; to give impetus to the
reputation and accomplishments of the Clan by appearances, both public
and private, bearing on the Scott history and its relationship to the
history of the Scottish people and their descendants.
Who can join?
Any person meeting the following requirements:
- A regular member shall be eighteen years or older;
- Shall bear the surname Scott, or one of the following associated families (septs), however
spelled:
Buccleuch, Harden, Balwearie, Geddes, Laidlaw, Langlands, Napier or a
name originating from Roxburghshire or the middle Borders of Scotland;
or
- Be directly connected by descent or marriage to such a name.
- Although Clan Scott is based in the USA, members may reside anywhere
in the world.
Spouse and unmarried children under the age of 18 automatically become
members.
How to join
To obtain a membership application or other information, write to:
Clan Scott Society
P.O. Box 13021
Austin, Texas 78711-3021
USA
(For information on your membership status or to
update you address, email address, or phone number in our records,
please contact the Membership
Secretary at the address above or by clicking on the link.)
Cost to join
Various categories of membership are available. Costs reflect 2005
rates and are subject to change. Dues are payable
on a calendar year basis with no proration. However, those joining after
September 1st receive paid-up membership through December of the
following calendar year. (You may find a membership application in pdf format here: Membership Application)
Regular Membership $30*
Associate Membership $30*
Life Membership $100-700 depending on age*
* Includes one-time $5 initiation fee; dues are payable in US dollars.
How dues are used
As a not-for-profit corporation with a history dating to the early 1970s, all monies go toward the objectives of the
Society. All officers and representatives serve without compensation. The activities we
support include:
-
Sponsorship of and participation in various Scottish festivals and
Highland games throughout the United States;
- Publication of the Clan quarterly newsletter, the Stag & Thistle;
- Awarding various trophies at games and scholarships to encourage
perpetuation of Scottish traditions and cultural arts.
Genealogy
Clan Scott Society has a committee of volunteer genealogists who may
assist members at no cost by suggesting sources and techniques to use in
your search for your family history.
While the Clan Scott Society does not maintain a library of
ready-made family genealogies, these experienced researchers may know
of techniques and sources to assist less experienced researchers.
Additionally, these genealogists can help you avoid many sources of
poor information or misinformation.
To find out more about the Clan’s genealogy resources, contact our Society’s genealogy chairman.
Inquiries may also be mailed to the Clan’s P.O. Box. listed above.
Sponsorships and Affiliations
The Clan Scott Society is a member of the Council of Scottish Clans &
Associations (COSCA) and The Caledonian Foundation. The Clan
Scott Society is a supporter of the Odom
Library Family Tree online newspaper and is a supporter of the Rootsweb Genealogical Cooperative.
The Clan Scott Society is an organizational member of the National Genealogical Society
and supports the NGS standards for sound genealogical research.
The Clan Scott Society is a member of the Council of Scottish Clans & Associations (COSCA) and The Caledonian Foundation. The Clan Scott Society supports the Rootsweb Genealogical Cooperative by administering several surname research email lists. The Ellen Payne Odom Genealogy Library
in Moultrie, Georgia, is our official family history repository.
The Clan Scott Society is an organizational member of the National Genealogical Society and supports the NGS standards for sound genealogical research.
What's in it for me?
- Clan Scott will send you an attractive membership certificate,
suitable for framing, when your membership is processed. You have the
opportunity to join others in celebrating your Scottish heritage,
customs and culture; to learn more together; to be part of an
organization which joins other Societies in sponsoring Scottish
activities around the country.
- As a member, you will receive the Clan's quarterly
newsletter, the Stag & Thistle, full of entertaining and
educational articles to keep you informed of Clan activities. Members
are encouraged to contribute articles and comments.
- The Clan administers the Rootsweb SCOTT surname genealogy email
distribution list for the benefit of Scott surname researchers
worldwide. The Clan also administers similar distribution lists for the
Buckalew, Buccleuch, Harden, Laidlaw, and Langlands surnames.
- The Clan has volunteer genealogists who may help you in
your family research.
- A system of commissioners across the country will help keep
you up to date on local and national activities and may invite you to
Scottish events in your area.
- Members are encouraged to include their email address on
their application so they will be included in the Clan's private email
communications system. This exclusive email distribution system keeps
Internet-connected members informed of Clan-related events and news in a timely fashion.
- The Clan sponsors annual scholarships for those studying the
Scottish Performing Arts.
Meetings
Informal meetings are held at the Clan's tent at various games,
festivals, and gatherings as sponsored by the area Commissioner. A
larger and more formal Annual General Meeting, held for business
purposes, is held at a different festival or gathering each year,
rotating the meeting geographically throughout the USA.
Other information
Chief: Richard Walter John Montagu-Douglas-Scott, 10th Duke of Buccleuch and 12th Duke of Queensberry KBE, DL
Elected Officers (2008-2011):
Kelly S. Davis, Chieftain
Ronald R. Reeps, Deputy Chieftain
David M. Scott, Membership Secretary
Charles L. Sherwood, Corporate Secretary
Christine Tondrick, Treasurer
Forrest C. Shields, Member at Large
Lloyd W. Scott, Member at Large
Clan Seat: Branxholm Castle near Hawick, Scotland
Border Home of the Chief: Bowhill near Selkirk, Scotland
Clan Motto: Amo
Clan Slogan: A Bellendaine
Plant Badge: Blaeberry
Crest Badge: Stag tripant, encircled by a belt and buckle. The
stag is the crest of the Chief's Arms. The belt and buckle indicate the
clansman's adherence to the Clan Chief. It is not the personal crest of
the bearer.
Patronymic: Scott, Gaelic name: Scot, Scotach
Tartans include: Red Dress Scott, Green Scott, Brown
Scott, Black
& White, and their Weathered and Ancient variants. More than
20 tartans are connected to the Scott surname or associated families.
(Members have online access to a complete description of all the
registered Scott tartans.)
Membership count (as of August 2008): 545 active member families totaling over 1042 members and their eligible family members.
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