Background & Membership
House of Scotland is both a physical cottage and a cultural organization that has called Balboa Park, San Diego home since 1937. Our purpose is to promote the music, traditions, history, and culture of Scotland. While some people become members because either they, their spouse, or their ancestors have Scottish heritage, membership is open to anyone. If you have an interest in Scottish and/or Celtic happenings, this is the place for you! Become a member today and unlock amazing membership benefits.
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After we receive your membership interest form, a representative from House of Scotland will invite you to attend a general membership meeting. General membership meetings are held once a month in Balboa Park on the second Saturday at 10:00am (see our calendar).
At a general membership meeting you will have the opportunity to meet and socialize with other members and learn more about House of Scotland. At a second general membership meeting you will be "voted in" and asked to pay $10 in membership dues.
We appreciate our members! House of Scotland hosts several volunteer appreciation events throughout the year, one of which is our popular Christmas Dinner Party in December. Upon becoming a member, you too can unlock access to these great events and much more.
Like winning prizes? At the conclusion of every general membership meeting there is a door prize raffle for everyone to enter free-of-charge. We look forward to meeting you!
At a general membership meeting you will have the opportunity to meet and socialize with other members and learn more about House of Scotland. At a second general membership meeting you will be "voted in" and asked to pay $10 in membership dues.
We appreciate our members! House of Scotland hosts several volunteer appreciation events throughout the year, one of which is our popular Christmas Dinner Party in December. Upon becoming a member, you too can unlock access to these great events and much more.
Like winning prizes? At the conclusion of every general membership meeting there is a door prize raffle for everyone to enter free-of-charge. We look forward to meeting you!
Membership Requirements & Benefits
Active Member
The Active member is suitable for people who would like to volunteer and are able to commit to volunteer hours during the year. As an active member you are actively giving back to the community while being a part of the House of Scotland membership and it is a very involved and rewarding experience.
Supporting Member
The Supporting Member level is suitable for people who are unable to host for any reason but who want to support the House of Scotland. Supporting Members are invited to meetings and events, but are not voting members. If you live outside the San Diego region, being a Supporting Member will keep you involved in the activities of the group so that you can plan a visit.
The Active member is suitable for people who would like to volunteer and are able to commit to volunteer hours during the year. As an active member you are actively giving back to the community while being a part of the House of Scotland membership and it is a very involved and rewarding experience.
Supporting Member
The Supporting Member level is suitable for people who are unable to host for any reason but who want to support the House of Scotland. Supporting Members are invited to meetings and events, but are not voting members. If you live outside the San Diego region, being a Supporting Member will keep you involved in the activities of the group so that you can plan a visit.
Membership Details
| Active Member | Supporting Member | |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Dues | $10 | $35 |
| Requirement to Attend Membership Meetings | Must attend 2 meetings before membership is activated and encouraged to attend regular meetings thereafter. May also apply for a waiver based on health considerations. | No attendance at meetings is required or expected |
| Voting at Meetings or on other official business | Each active Member receives 1 vote | Supporting Members do not vote |
| Hosting at Cottage or other Volunteer Responsibilities | Each Active Member is expected to host two days per calendar year, or alternatively may volunteer at other public events or fundraisers. Attendance at Membership Meetings does not count against this requirement. May also apply for a waiver based on health considerations. | Supporting Members are welcome to host or volunteer, but there is no expectation. |
| Special Member-only Events | Invited to all Member-only Events | Invited to all Member-only Events |
| Member Communications | Receive all Member Communications | Receive all Member Communications |
| Other Benefits | Custom embossed name badge for hosting |