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2009 has been designated as the Year of The Homecoming.
Homecoming Scotland is being held during 2009 in honour of the 250th anniversary of Robert Burns birth. A year long celebration of a unique modern nation - be there!
Why 2009? 2009 marks the 250th anniversary of the birth of our national poet and international cultural icon Robert Burns whose message of friendship and 'Auld Lang Syne' lives on.
In 2009 you are invited to celebrate in Scotland. Whether you live here, are part of our extended global family, or maybe you just love Scotland, join in the 2009 celebrations.
2009 will be a celebration of not only Robert Burns but some of Scotland's great contributions to the world: Burns, Golf, Whisky, The Scottish Enlightenment and Innovation, as well as our rich culture and heritage which lives on at home and through the many people of Scots descent who live outwith our shores.
The Homecoming Scotland programme will involve a calendar of exciting and inspirational events and activities throughout 2009. So whether you are Scottish or simply love Scotland, come to the home of Burns, Golf, Whisky, Enlightenment and Innovation. Come to the home of your ancestors, experience our living culture.
Homecoming Scotland is a Scottish Government initiative managed by EventScotland in partnership with VisitScotland.
Come Home!
It is intended that the programme for Homecoming Scotland will comprise four key strands of activity
Themed Events
A range of major events delivered throughout the year and part-funded by Homecoming Scotland via the Themed Events Programme.
Signature Events
A focused number of flagship events commissioned or identified by Homecoming Scotland, taking place on dates spread throughout the year.
Partner Events and Activity
A programme of events and activity being delivered by partner organisations that complement the aims & objectives of Homecoming Scotland.
Rolling Activity
A programme of relevant year-round activity taking place throughout the country.
More information will be available as the programme develops.
Sample a taste of Scotland right now by visiting my CD Page where you can watch a video of Auld Lang Syne or listen to the spoken word.
Direct link to CD page
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