The Alexandria (VA) Sister Cities Committee participated in the annual Scottish Walk in December 2017. Our committee joined dignitaries from Alexandria and Scotland, as well as a number of Scottish clans and local businesses in support of Scottish heritage. We were delighted to have Neil Powrie and Andrew Whelan from our sister city in Dundee, the…
The Alexandria Sister Cities Committee (ASCC) is proud to share an incredible opportunity to experience Scotland, not as just a tourist but through a deep dive into its history and culture. Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is hosting a “Summer School in Scotland” program, a unique opportunity to live and learn in Dundee (one of…
Did you know that April 6 is National Tartan Day? Tartan Day is the “national holiday” where the contributions and history of the Scottish-American people are recognized. To find out more about the events around Tartan Day in our area including Alexandria!), visit their site.
