We are the families of the Scottish Clan Gordon in the United States of America. Our mission is to preserve and promote our unique heritage and Celtic culture, as we enjoy the fellowship and support of family and friends. Come Join Us at the Gordon Tent!
The Gordon name is synonymous with the rich history of Scotland and dates back to the 11th Century. It is a name to be proud of and deserves your interest and support. The Board of Directors of House of Gordon USA invites you to join our Clan Society.
WHAT WE DO
We are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to create, stimulate and sustain an interest in Scotland, its history, traditions and culture; to bring together people of Gordon heritage; to promote goodwill and understanding among its members and the general public; and to perform charitable works. The “Charles O. Gordon Memorial Scholarship Fund” provides scholarships to aid our youth in further studies of the Scottish arts and education. Our Scotland charity is the Gordon Highlander Museum in Aberdeen, Scotland which tells the history of "the finest regiment that ever was." We honor the men and women of Clan Gordon who are serving or have served in the defence of our nation with the Wall Of Honor. We promote genealogical research, and the Gordon DNA project, host tents at various Celtic Festivals & Highland Games across the USA and many other worthy projects which encompass our Clan Gordon history and cultural heritage as well as providing community service.
NEWS
USA AGM AT GRANDFATHER WAS A SUCCESSFUL GATHERING! This year's AGM was a fantastic gathering and a new AGM page is forthcoming with the various reports and information. The membership voted on the venue for the 2009 AGM which will be hosted by Virginia at the Richmond Highland Games (October 24-25, 2009) where we will be honored clan. We also granted two scholarships! The Charles O. Gordon Memorial Scholarship was awarded to two fine young pipers who piped for us at the Gordon Tent. Jeremy Atkinson is a grade 4 piper who earned an above grade level designation for his piobaireachd in competition at Grandfather. Nathaniel Atkinson is a young piper who competed successfully in grade 5 (chanter) competition andis new on pipes. The Atkinsons hail from North Carolina.
Also on the agenda was support of the Gordon DNAProject, which was approved. ALL House of Gordon Members are eligible to participate in the Gordon DNA project and take advantage of the Gordon Group Discount. Septsmen are encouraged to participate.
INTRODUCING THE HOUSE OF GORDON USA Kid's Corner!
The Kids Corner is now online with fun activities for our Gordon Kids. A cartoon Highland Games 101 on what to expect at the Games, coloring pages, puzzles and recipes. BEST OF ALL... this is just the beginning! Anyone with a puzzle, cartoon, coloring page on Gordon or Scottish content is welcome to submit it to be included in our Kid's Corner. Got a great recipe for kids to try with their parents? Send it on! We would like to give our kids a taste of Scotland, but it doesn't have to be Scottish, just a family favorite for them to try!
