Tartan is one of the most recognisable and iconic patterns in the world, deeply rooted in Scottish heritage. Originally ...

“When people present their tartans,” he said of the plaid cloth whose patterns symbolize a specific clan, “it’s seen as a response of faith. “You’re bringing your tartan as a sign that ...

The Grant 1714 is considered one of the oldest tartans in Scotland. It is one of less than 100 recorded patterns which predate 1815, when the clan tartan system was formalised by the Victorians.

At the time of the Glen Affric tartan’s creation, the bog where it was later found was under the control of Clan Chisholm. Though the cloth likely featured red dye, “a color that Gaels ...

Every year, the Big Apple puts together the Tartan Day parade to celebrate Scottish culture and its impact on the United States of America. How do I find my clan tartan? To discover your tartan ...

It's estimated that there are about 400-500 clan and family associations in Scotland, however not all clans have a tartan and there is little evidence that tartans were associated with any family ...