Duluth Scottish Heritage Association

Duluth Scottish Heritage Association Perpetuating Scottish culture in NE Minnesota and NW Wisconsin since 1976. The Duluth Scottish Heritage Association, Inc. In 1990, the D.S.H.A.

(DSHA) had it's genesis during the United States Bicentennial year, 1976. There was a great awakening of ethnic interest throughout the United States. Scottish immigrants had played an important role in the foundation of the City of Duluth. Local Scots renewed their interest in preserving and perpetuating Scottish Culture and Arts in the Duluth area. A committee of these local Scots was formed to

honor their Scottish heritage. The traditional celebration of the Robert Burns' Night Dinner and the Kirkin' O' the Tartans ceremony was renewed and a program of highland dancing for children and adults begun. An upsurge in interest in playing the Great Highland Bagpipe occurred. Pipes and Drums originated. Men and women in the band are members of the D.S.H.A. who delight in performing Scottish music. New events within the past decade such as the D.S.H.A.'s spring concert and summer golf scramble have drawn in new interest to the DSHA. Renewed growth and interest in things Scottish has continued throughout the United States and Northeastern Minnesota. The Arrowhead Scots have been a part of the movement. On occasions of celebration, more kilts are appearing at Scottish events. Over the past thirty years events have flourished. Events sponsored by the D.S.H.A. are open to anyone.

06/11/2026
June is almost here! That means you should remember to put our annual Highland Dance Competition on your calendar! It's ...
05/31/2026

June is almost here! That means you should remember to put our annual Highland Dance Competition on your calendar! It's coming fast!!

Saturday, June 13th
Great Lakes Aquarium
353 Harbor Drive, Duluth, MN

NOW AVAILABLE - 2026 Highland Dance Competition registration form.
04/24/2026

NOW AVAILABLE - 2026 Highland Dance Competition registration form.

DSHA Annual Highland Dance Competition Dance Registration for June 13th, 2026

Here are some upcoming events that you have a chance to see the DSHA Highland Dancers at right here in Duluth! Take a lo...
04/19/2026

Here are some upcoming events that you have a chance to see the DSHA Highland Dancers at right here in Duluth! Take a look!

Don't forget this event next week April 25th down at St. Louis County Depot! Our Highland Dancers will be on stage aroun...
04/18/2026

Don't forget this event next week April 25th down at St. Louis County Depot! Our Highland Dancers will be on stage around 12pm!

Our Highland Dancers are dancing at The Depot in a few weeks! This is put on by our friends at the Minnesota Ballet. Come check this out - best part? It's FREE to attend!!!

04/06/2026

DSHA annual meeting
April 18th at 1pm
St Andrews by the Lake Church
(DSHA Members only)

Our Highland Dancers are dancing at The Depot in a few weeks! This is put on by our friends at the Minnesota Ballet. Com...
04/02/2026

Our Highland Dancers are dancing at The Depot in a few weeks! This is put on by our friends at the Minnesota Ballet. Come check this out - best part? It's FREE to attend!!!

Thank you for the coverage WDIO!!
03/04/2026

Thank you for the coverage WDIO!!

The Duluth Scottish Heritage Association is proud to present Thistles and Shamrocks on Saturday.

02/28/2026

The Duluth Scottish Heritage Association (DSHA) presents the 13th annual Spring Concert: Thistles & Shamrocks. The event returns to a NEW LOCATION - UMD Weber Music Hall on Saturday, March 7th, 2026! Join us for a fun filled evening of Scottish and Irish music and dance with Bagpipes and Drums,

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