The purpose of this site is to foster social interaction between the Scottish Highlands and our many Russian speaking friends. Several events are planned for the coming year and this is where we shall post details, dates and venues of the events.
We are happy to announce that after several years of successfully organising events, our efforts have resulted in the 'Highland-Russia Connection' gaining charity status.
Our first festival of Scottish-Russian connections was a great success.
Inverness Museum and Art Gallery
November 2009
The Highland Games was held in Moscow, Russia for the first time in June 1997 with the help of people from Nairn.
At the International Exhibition in Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum in 1901, the Russian pavilion won the first prize.
The Matryoshka dolls project in 2007 featured 30 Matryoshka dolls painted by local artists, supported by Highland 2007. The dolls were on display in Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, at the Scottish Parliament and other venues.
The picture of Robbie Burns, in Soviet poster style, was the winning exhibit for the art competition.
In 1956, Russia was the first country in the world to honour Robbie Burns with a commemorative stamp.
You will see exhibits in the form of pictures and photographs related to the above.
The charity runs art competitions on Scottish-Russian connections and if you would be interested in taking part please contact us.
For further information, the charity contact details are: 01667 45624
