Tartan Day

 

National Tartan Day 2020: What is Tartan Day? Why is it celebrated? - Time Bulletin

Each April sixth National Tartan Day happens around generally the world. Plaid is quite possibly the most conspicuous example ever, and has a solid history for individuals of Scotland and presently anybody who has Celtic Heritage, yet that s not where it stop, numerous nations and, surprisingly, the various states have an enrolled plaid. Public Tartan Day was made to observe Scottish history and the accomplishments of individuals of Scottish plunge all over the planet. While certain areas hold walks and marches, others essentially celebrate it among themselves by wearing a kilt or a garment that has a plaid on it. For any individual who has at any point been keen on Scottish history, National Tartan Day is only an incredible chance to investigate and learn. Prepare to observe National Tartan Day!

Public Tartan Day was started during the 1980s by the Scottish diaspora living in Canada at a gathering of the Federation of Scottish Clans in Nova Scotia. By 1997, the thought for the day had been supported and the yearly festival started to develop into other Scottish people group in North America and Australia.

By 1997, the thought for the day had spread to the United States and National Tartan Day was supported by the US Congress and President, and it was first praised the next year on April 6. The justification for the festival of the day on April 6 is on the grounds that that is the date in 1320 when the Scottish King Robert I marked the Declaration of Arbroath. This was a letter kept in touch with Pope John XXII, answering his banning from the congregation since he would not quit battling for Scottish Independence. 

 

200-300 AD

Scots start wearing Tartan 

Sometimes confused with the word “Plaid” (meaning blanket), Tartan is the specific pattern woven both horizontally and vertically into the fabric.

1320

Declaration of Arbroath is signed 

A letter is written, on April 6, by King Robert I, responding to Pope John XXII’s demands that Scotland sign a truce in the first War of Scottish Independence.

1746

Act of Proscription takes effect

In an effort to assimilate the people of Great Britain and crush the Clans, the government makes it so that the Scottish people could not revolt–and are not even allowed to wear their Tartans.

1986

First National Tartan Day is proposed in Canada 

This day is proposed for April 6 to promote Scottish Heritage in Canada, originating in Nova Scotia, which means “New Scotland”.

1998

Tartan Day is adopted in the United States 

The Scottish Coalition USA met the previous year to propose following in Canada’s footsteps and Tartan Day passes legislation in Congress during this year. Although National Tartan Day was originally created to celebrate Scottish history, there is no reason people of non-Scottish heritage cannot join in the fun. Try out some of these fun ideas for celebrating this exciting day:

While many people in the English language refer to tartan as “plaid”, this is a misnomer. The term “plaid” is actually Gaelic for a blanket. The correct term for the vertical and horizontal stripes that are woven into the fabric is “tartan”.

Whether it be a scarf, skirt or even a kilt, show a bit of love for the fabric that never goes out of fashion this National Tartan Day by incorporating it into the day’s outfit. Those who have Scottish roots can choose the color and pattern of tartan that most represents the clan from which they descend.

For those who do not especially fancy wearing tartan on this day, it would always be possible to celebrate by digging out an old classic from Bay City Rollers, the “tartan teen sensations from Edinburgh” and singing along to Bye Bye Baby! Or put on some tunes from twin brothers, Craig and Charlie Reid, otherwise known as The Proclaimers. Alternatively, this would be the right time to enjoy listening to some bagpipe music!

In addition to simply donning some sort of tartan garment, this would be a great day to have some friends over to enjoy a bit of Scottish Fun! In addition to listening to some Scottish music, as mentioned above, enjoy some food that would be traditional to Scotland, such as Walkers Shortbread cookies which often feature tartan on the packages. Other treats might be haggis, oat cakes, “neeps and tatties”, Scottish pies or Irn Bru.

Many Scottish communities throw festivals or parades in celebration of this day. For instance, the Tartan Day South Celtic Festival takes place in South Carolina each year. In New York City, Tartan Day is celebrated all throughout the week with a wide selection of events, including a 10K run around Central Park.

In addition, many pubs and bars that have Scottish roots will often host celebrations and offer discounts in honor of National Tartan Day, so be sure to check those out locally as well.

Of course, perhaps the best place to celebrate National Tartan Day might be to head on over to Scotland for a visit!

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