As part of our Autumn 2024 visit back to the USA, we’re excited to partner again with the American Scottish Foundation to bring you a talk presented as part of the General Society of Mechanics & Tradesmen of the City of New York and The American-Scottish Foundation’s Scottish American Series.

Preserving Heritage, Connecting Cultures: An Evening with Edinburgh World Heritage

Date and Time:
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
6 PM Talk & Reception

Venue:
The General Society Library
20 WEST 44th Street
(BETWEEN 5th AND 6th AVENUES)
New York City New York, NY 10036

Tickets $15

Join Christina Sinclair, Director of Edinburgh World Heritage (EWH), as she delves into the fascinating world of preservation in the UNESCO Old and New Towns of Edinburgh World Heritage Site, sharing the crucial work EWH undertakes to preserve this historic treasure.

Learn about the initiatives that protect the unique character of Edinburgh, a city celebrated for its rich history and architectural splendour. Discover how Edinburgh World Heritage promotes traditional trades and empowers communities by providing them with the expert advice and funding necessary to retain the historical character of their homes and businesses. Gain insights into the transformative 12 Closes Project, an initiative to revitalize and illuminate some of Edinburgh’s most intriguing and lesser-known historical passageways.

Christina will also celebrate the deep-rooted connections between Scotland and North America, and how historical preservation efforts in Edinburgh resonate with communities across the Atlantic.

Tickets can be purchased here or by calling the ASF office on +1 (929) 499-9025 or emailing americanscottishfoundation@gmail.com.