Mission Statement The New York Caledonian Club, established in 1856, is a not-for-profit, non-political, non-sectarian society based in New York City. Its purpose is: to be a focal point for the local Scottish/Scottish-American community to provide opportunities for friendly social interactions among the diverse people of that community to maintain connections with Scotland and with the various Scottish diaspora communities around the world to be a resource for information and knowledge concerning Scotland, Scottish heritage and culture, and the Scottish diaspora to support charitable activities related to this purpose It is tax-exempt under section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Membership in the New York Caledonian Club is "open to the world" - that is, to anyone with an interest in Scotland. The Club operates under the direction of a Chief, a Chieftain and a Board of Directors, all of whom are elected by the full membership of the Club. The Club hosts a number of cultural and social events, which are open to members and non-members, to celebrate the musical, literary and social heritage of Scottish culture. The Club's signature event is its annual Burns Supper, a traditional celebration of the creative genius of Robert Burns. As part of its educational mission, the New York Caledonian Club's Scottish Studies Program provides classes on subjects including bagpiping, speaking Gaelic, and various styles of dance. Classes are open to all and are designed to accommodate students of varying levels. The Club also sponsors concerts and speakers on topics pertaining to Scottish history and culture. The New York Caledonian Club is a member of An Comunn Gaidhealach Ameireaga, which promotes the study of Scottish Gaelic in the United States, The Conference of Patriotic and Historical Societies, The One Hundred Year Association, and the Council of Scottish Clans and Associations.