November 18th, 2022

Saint Andrew's Society of the State of New York

Over two hundred members and guests of the Saint Andrew’s Society of the State of New York gathered on Friday, November 18th, at the Society’s 266th Anniversary Banquet. Andy Scott, an internationally prominent sculptor, was presented with the Mark Twain Award.

Also known as the “Sammy,” Twain’s nickname, the award honors leaders in their fields who have had a significant and positive impact on the Scots community around the world.

A native of Glasgow, Scotland, Mr. Scott works figuratively in steel and bronze and creates striking artworks based on human and animal forms. His output numbers more than eighty projects internationally.

His most prominent creation is The Kelpies, a pair of 100ft high, 300-ton horse heads. These iconic landmarks have become internationally renowned cultural symbols for Scotland and have brought millions of visitors to their location in Falkirk, central Scotland.

Mr. Scott is a Member of the Royal Society of Sculptors and an Honorary Member of the ancient Guild of Hammermen in his native city of Glasgow.

The Mount Kisco Scottish Pipes and Drums summoned guests to dinner, which was followed by a presentation of the Haggis, toasts, a live auction and musical performances.

Founded in 1756, Saint Andrew’s Society of the State of New York is the oldest charitable organization in New York State. The Society embraces its original mission of helping Scots in need through its Almoner Program. The Society also supports graduate students in the USA and in Scotland and provides support to children’s hospitals in both countries.

Photos by John Sanderson/AnnieWatt.co

Photo on the cover: Honoree Andy Scott and 104th President Richard Porter

Photo on the left: Ode to the Haggis

Photos below:

Ann Pearson, George Steel, Sara Steel

David Lorduy, Nick Depner, Carmita Mantilla, Christina Hutchinson, Andrew Werner

 Kevin Cheng, MD, Co-Chair Doreen Wray Roth MD, Caroline Razzano

 Mark Pearson, Daisy Field-Pearson, Co-Chair John Blankley, Anne Teasdale

Chair Margaret Kennedy, Andy Scott, Richard Porter, Jeanne Porter, Hanneke 

Co-Chair Lesley MacLennan Denninger and Robert W. Ker III

David Close, Jennifer Fortet , Söla Paterson Marke,  Annie Boyle, Kate Hawkins and Graeme Hawkins

Helen ER Sales CBE, Vincent Rovito, Leila Rovito

Richard Porter, Emma Wade Smith OBE, Andy Scott