The Center for Scotch-Irish Studies is incorporated in Pennsylvania as a not-for-profit association and is recognized as a 501(c) 3 organization by the Internal Revenue Service.

The purposes of the Center include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following:

1. Research: Encourage, support, and undertake research in Scotch-Irish studies, including, but not limited to, the history, the customs, the material and other culture, the legal and political philosophy, and the language of the Scotch-Irish people.

2. Publications: Disseminate the results of such research by the publication of books, papers, and serials, including an annual Journal of Scotch-Irish Studies.

3. Symposia, conferences, etc.: Sponsor classes, seminars, symposia, etc., for those members of the public with a specialized interest in Scotch-Irish topics. On occasion, co-sponsor events with similar goals initiated by other groups.

4. Education: Prepare and circulate educational material on Scotch-Irish themes for the instruction of young people, and for members of the public with a general interest in ethnic studies. Provide this material at little or no charge, where possible.

5. Genealogical Research: Encourage, support, and undertake research on genealogical methodology applicable in the context of Scotch-Irish studies. Support and conduct research on special topics in Scotch-Irish genealogy.

The Center published issues of the Journal of Scotch-Irish Studies in 2000 through 2008. We will continue to publish on an annual basis.

The Center sponsored Symposia on the Scotch-Irish Identity in June 2001, May 2003, June 2005, and June 2007 in the Philadelphia area. The next symposium will be held in June 2009.

The Center for Scotch-Irish Studies works in close association with the Scotch-Irish Society of the USA and the Scotch-Irish Foundation.

Communications with the Center should be addressed to: