The National Trust for Scotland Foundation USArequests the pleasure of your company for

with presentation of The Great Scot Award to

Phyllis LoganDownton Abbey’s Mrs. Hughes

Thursday, April 14, 2016

The Metropolitan ClubNew York City

6:30 pm: Cocktails and whisky tasting by The MacallanSilent Auction

Music by Maureen McMullan and Friends

7:30 pm: DinnerLive auction with auctioneer Alasdair Nichol

10:00 pm: Scottish Country Dancing

R.S.V.P.ENCLOSED CARD

BLACK TIEOR TARTAN ATTIRE

The National Trust for Scotland Foundation USA encourages Americans to participate in caring for the irreplaceable natural and cultural heritage properties protected by the National Trust for Scotland. By raising visibility and funding for urgent conservation activities in Scotland, the Foundation ensures that the rich history and traditions shared by Scots and Americans are preserved for future generations.

Since 2000, the Foundation has sent over $7 million in funding to support the essential programs of the Trust. As Scotland’s largest conservation charity, the Trust cares for 129 properties including:

1 UNESCO World Heritage Site188,000 acres of countryside26 castles and country houses35 gardens50,000+ artifacts4 birthplaces of famous Scots

16 islands7 nature reserves4 battle sites72 holiday properties349 miles of footpaths 46 Munros

The front of your invitation features the first Great Seal of Mary, Queen of Scots, depicting the Queen on her throne circa 1542.

Were this a different time and place, perhaps the Queen herself would have been issuing this invitation to you

from her beloved Falkland Palace.

CHAIRJill Joyce

CHAIRMAN’S CIRCLEJill Joyce

Helen and DuWayne SaylesNaoma Tate

HONORARY CO - CHAIRSMr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Hubbard

CORPORATE BENEFACTORHackensack University Health Network and

Hackensack UMC Foundation

Mr. and Mrs. Samuel F. AbernethyTom and Tosh Barron

Jeannie and Henry BectonCraig Bridger

Sandra Elizabeth CanningTara Theune Davis

William DiggsMrs. I. W. ColburnChristopher Forbes

Melissa GagenNicholas and Paula Gleysteen

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel D. HubbardSandra Ourusoff Massey and

Michael Holt MasseyAnthony P. D. MacLaurin

Chas A. Miller III and Birch CoffeyMr. and Mrs. Alasdair Nichol

Lady Ogilvy-WedderburnJ. Rodney Pleasants and Steve Godwin

Judith QuincyPaul Roberts

Anne Robinson and Andrew HamiltonAnne RonanJanet C. Ross

Donna and Herbie SchindermanChristine and Keith Scott Morton

Pattie and Bob TitleyCharlie Whitfield

Nina Christine Yacavino

Andrew and Kirstin BridierAlexander J. Narcise

Carl R. Nold

Natalie PrayMaureen Shea and Stephen Roma

Paula C. Kirby and Peter M. McWhinnieEdith Rockefeller Laird

Elizabeth Owens

Mr. and Mrs. Stanley DeForest ScottNaoma Tate

Kerry Joyce Sean Joyce

Livia CaregaCharlotte Bullard Davies

David FoxleyJoanna Fu

Carroll GeldermanTyler Gleysteen

Kerry JoyceSean Joyce

Edith McKee LairdEthan Leidinger Daniel Merritt

Eleonora Whyte Braga MonacellaJosephine O’NeillAnna Widdowson

Isabel McCutcheon Harte Widdowson

Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Robert BurtonCronheim Mortgage

Freeman’s / Lyon & TurnbullMr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Hubbard

Lakeland BankMorgan Stanley

Donald NuckelGlenn Popowitz and John Zoetjes

Ellen M. PossKennedy P. and Susan M. Richardson

Prof. Michael S. Scott-Morton

BENEFIT COMMIT TEE

FRIENDS

VICE- CHAIRS

JUNIORS’ CIRCLE

JUNIOR COMMIT TEE

DIRECTOR’S CIRCLE

UNDERWRITERSCindy Nichols Bailey

Pierre and Christian DavironEleanor and John Rorer

Mr. and Mrs. Stanley DeForest Scott

BENEFACTORSBrach Eichler

Mr. Gerold and Dr. Jana Klauer

SPONSORSE.B. Cohen Insurance & Risk Management

J. Fletcher Creamer & Son, Inc.Elizabeth and Gavin Leckie

Anthony and Anne MacLaurinJanice Carlson Oresman

Salvatore PaladinoDr. Quinn Peeper and Mr. Michael Harold

Alasdair Nichol, our auctioneer for the evening, is an international authority on paintings, a frequent appraiser on PBS’ Antiques Roadshow and is Vice Chairman of Freeman’s, America’s oldest auction house. Mr. Nichol has lectured extensively in both the United States and in the United Kingdom at universities, art schools, societies and private clubs on a variety of subjects, ranging from the Art Market to the Pennsylvania Impressionists and Scottish Art. Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, Alasdair originally trained as a painter in Aberdeen and then Belfast, where he graduated with a Master’s Degree in 1984.

Maureen McMullan, a native of Coatbridge, Scotland, is an award-winning professional singer, musician, and educator. She currently serves as the Assistant Chair of the Voice Department at the prestigious Berklee College of Music, and as the Artist-in-Residence for The National Trust for Scotland Foundation USA. Maureen is also an Artist Fellow of the historic St. Botolph Club in Boston. Career highlights include solo performances with Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops, Holiday Pops, and Swing Pops, PBS’ Highland Heartbeat, Montreux Jazz Festival, Concord Pops Orchestra, The Scottish National Jazz Orchestra, WGBH’s A Celtic Sojourn, Celtic Connections, and the Edinburgh Fringe.

The Macallan is one of the world’s most awarded and admired single malts. This peerless reputation has been built by the commitment of The Masters of Spirit and Wood, the craftsmen at the heart of The Macallan since it was legally licensed in 1824. Their unfaltering obsession with selecting exceptional oak casks and distilling sublime spirits brings an unsurpassed, timeless quality to The Macallan. Available for tasting during reception and dancing, and for toasting during dinner.

Snow Leopard Vodka is an award-winning vodka born out of the desire to help save the snow leopard from extinction. It is the first luxury vodka to be made from spelt grain, which provides a distinct depth of flavor and silky smooth finish. Fifteen percent of all profits, together with funds from additional fundraising activities, are donated directly to snow leopard conservation projects through the Snow Leopard Trust. The goal is to donate $1 million annually. Available for tasting during reception and dancing.

F E A T U R I N G

Phyllis Logan is a Scottish actress, best known for playing the inimitable Mrs. Hughes in Downton Abbey. She hails from Paisley, Scotland and is a graduate of the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama where she received the James Bridie Gold Medal in 1977. After graduation, she worked on the stage in Edinburgh as well as regularly on Scottish television. While working on the BBC Scotland production, The White Bird Passes, she met writer-director Michael Radford, who cast her as the lead in the 1983 film Another Time, Another Place, a role for which she won numerous awards. With a substantive list of film and television credits to her name including the films Secrets and Lies, Shooting Fish and the television series Silent Witness, Logan has appeared in the Masterpiece productions And a Nightingale Sang and All the King’s Men. Before her great success in the period drama Downton Abbey, Ms. Logan was most identified with the role of Lady Jane Felsham, co-starring with Ian McShane for eight years in nearly 50 episodes of Lovejoy, a comedy-drama. She also played Inspector Frost’s love interest in the two “If Dogs Run Free” episodes, the last story in the A Touch of Frost television series. She has played Mrs. Hughes, the housekeeper, in all six seasons of Downton Abbey (2010-2015). Logan has a home in Chiswick where she lives with her husband, actor Kevin McNally.

Rebecca Eaton took the helm of the PBS series MASTERPIECE THEATRE and MYSTERY! in 1985, and in 2008, oversaw a highly successful relaunch of MASTERPIECE, which attracted a new generation of viewers. She has brought American audiences Hilary Mantel’s Wolf Hall, the recent hits Sherlock, Poldark and Downton Abbey — the most-watched drama in PBS history — as well as such high-profile titles as Mr Selfridge, Endeavour, Wallander, Prime Suspect, Cranford, Little Dorrit, Inspector Lewis, and The Complete Jane Austen. Under her leadership, MASTERPIECE has won 55 Primetime Emmy Awards®, 15 Peabody Awards, six Golden Globes®, and two Academy Award® nominations. In 2011, Eaton was named one of TIME’s 100 most influential people. Her distinguished career has earned her the official recognition of Queen Elizabeth II—with an honorary OBE (Officer, Order of the British Empire). A graduate of Vassar College, Eaton began her career at the BBC World Service, then moved on to PBS station WGBH Boston where she produced programs ranging from business to sports to dance to drama before becoming Executive Producer of MASTERPIECE. Eaton’s memoir, MAKING MASTERPIECE: 25 Years Behind the Scenes at Masterpiece Theatre and Mystery! on PBS, was published by Viking in 2013.

R E C I P I E N T O F T H E G R E A T S C O T A WA R D

P R E S E N T E D B Y

PHYLLIS LOGAN

REBECCA EATONEXECUTIVE PRODUCER, MASTERPIECE

Jeannie BectonFrances Colburn

Nicholas GleysteenThomas Hubbard

Jill Joyce

Anthony MacLaurinMichael Scott-Morton

Simon SkinnerNaoma Tate

The Duke of Buccleuch and QueensberryJennifer, Marchioness of Bute

M. Patrick CampbellRichard Colker

R. Gordon DouglasCurt DiCamillo, Executive Director Emeritus

Marc Ellington of Towie Barclay, DLNeil Ferguson

Christopher ForbesJ. Alexander HigleBrantley KnowlesAyliffe McPhail

Sondra RapoportKate MacMillan Reed

David SweetJack Webster

The National Trust for Scotland was founded in 1931 to harness the energies of the people of Scotland in helping to conserve the country’s history and its natural, built, and cultural heritage. It has since grown to be Scotland’s largest conservation movement and membership organization, with more than 330,000 members. On behalf of the nation, the Trust now owns and manages 129 visitor properties on 200,000 acres, including coastlines, islands, wildlife, cottages, mountains, woodlands, battlefields, castles, and country houses.

The National Trust for Scotland Foundation USA is a community of like-minded Americans committed to protecting the rich cultural heritage and unspoiled natural beauty of Scotland. Since 2000, the Foundation has provided more than $7 million in funding to preserve the irreplaceable treasures under the Trust’s care for the benefit of future generations. Donations to The National Trust for Scotland Foundation USA, a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.

The National Trust for Scotland Foundation USA45 School Street, 3rd Floor

Boston, MA 02108

Telephone: 617-227-7500 Fax: 617-227-4200 Email: mail@ntsusa.org www.ntsusa.org

DIRECTORS

ADVISORY COUNCIL

PATRONHRH The Prince Charles, Duke of Rothesay, KG, KT, GCB, OM

PRESIDENTJames Randolph Lindesay-Bethune, 16th Earl of Lindsay

CHAIRMANHelen Sayles

TREASURERKennedy Park Richardson

ACTING EXECUTIVE DIRECTORKirstin Bridier

VICE CHAIRMANMichael Holt Massey

SECRETARYCharlotte Lyeth Burton

T H E N A T I O N A L T R U S T F O R S C O T L A N D

T H E N AT I O N A L T RU S T F O R S C O T L A N D F O U N D AT I O N U S A

B O A R D O F T RU S T E E S

L I V E A U C T I O N I T E M S

The Belmond Royal ScotsmanYou and a guest are invited to the ultimate Royal Scotsman experience on a three-night trip, The Western Journey, travelling through landscapes of towering, pine-clad mountains reflected in mirror-still lochs straight toward the heart of the Highlands. Life on board this luxury train is relaxed and indulgent, with gastronomic dining and the convivial atmosphere of celebrating with friends, with just 36 total guests. Days will be spent enjoying iconic sites: Loch Lomond, Ben Nevis, the Isle of Bute and the stunning Gothic Revival Mount Stuart House. After dinner, over a wee dram, a local clansman recounts tales that bring Scottish history alive. Passengers are made to feel like honored guests at a private party. You and your guest will enjoy your private cabin and the open-deck Observation Car. Transportation to Scotland is not included. Valid until April 13, 2017. Cannot be extended. Value $10,680. Arranged by Connoisseurs Scotland, Belmond Royal Scotsman, and the Robert Titley Consultancy.

Culzean Castle & Country Park and Drumlanrig Castle A one-of-a-kind opportunity for up to eight people to stay at two of Scotland’s most stunning castles, Culzean in Ayrshire and the privately-owned Drumlanrig in Dumfriesshire. You will begin with two nights in the Eisenhower Hotel, a small, country house-style hotel located on the top floor of Culzean Castle. Upon your arrival you will take tea in the circular Drawing Room overlooking superb panoramic views across the Firth of Clyde towards the Isle of Arran. You and your guests will enjoy a personal guided tour of the Castle and Country Park. All meals and tea will be included during your stay at the Castle (wine and spirits are not included). While at Culzean you will have the option to visit the nearby Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, where you will enjoy an exclusive ‘Tam O’Shanter Tour’ with the Museum Director, which will take in notable locations of the poem, starting with Tam’s cottage, via the Old Kirk at Alloway and finishing on the famous Brig o’ Doon. You will be treated to a behind-the-scenes viewing of the original manuscript of Tam O’Shanter. You and your guests will then make your way to Drumlanrig Castle, one of the homes of the Duke of Buccleuch and Queensberry for a one night stay by special invitation of the Duke, including dinner and wine/spirits. Drumlanrig’s rich history is complimented by being home to the Buccleuch Collection, internationally recognized as one of the most important in the country and particularly renowned for its furniture and silver. Artwork in the Buccleuch private collection include Rembrandt’s Old Lady Reading, family portraits by Thomas Gainsborough, Allan Ramsay and Sir Joshua Reynolds, landscapes by Paul Sandby and the Dutch masters, and cartoons by Rowlandson. Dates in 2016/17 by mutual agreement with the bidder. The value of this exceptional trip is priceless. Reserve $3,200. Generously donated by the National Trust for Scotland and the Duke of Buccleuch and Queensberry.

Glorious Mar LodgeAt the heart of the Cairngorms National Park lies Mar Lodge Estate, a beautifully restored Victorian sporting lodge set in 72,000 acres of stunning wild Highland landscape. Within its boundaries are classic features of a Highland landscape: remnants of the ancient Caledonian pine forest, heather moorland, juniper scrub and a part of the high Cairngorm plateau. On offer is comfortable accommodation for five days (Monday through Friday) for 16 people in Bynack, a large apartment spread over two floors within the Lodge (with four twin rooms and four double rooms) with views of the Mar Lodge Estate’s heather and pine forests. During your stay, your party will also have use of the billiard room. The apartment is self-catered and caterers will be recommended to you. This outstanding lot includes one day walked up grouse* for eight guns, with an estimated bag of 20 brace. Red grouse are only found on the hills of the UK and people come from around the world to shoot what many consider the finest feathered quarry. Your party will enjoy salmon fishing on the River Dee for four rods, as well as stalking for red stag, which are found only in the Highlands of Scotland. Stalking is for two parties of two rifles. You and your guests will also receive an exclusive invitation for a private tour of neighboring Crathes Castle, Garden and Estate, an enchanting 16th-century castle with everything from turrets and towers, to winding staircases and ornate ceilings. This offer is available for five weekdays by mutual agreement with the bidder**. Guide: $8,000. Generously donated by the National Trust for Scotland and Jill Joyce.*Walked up grouse requires walking in rough terrain, so those shooting need to be relatively fit** This lot MUST be used in 2017 and dates should be agreed by October 2016. The season runs from

August 12th to early December and books up early.

L I V E A U C T I O N I T E M S

World Class Shooting Instruction by Griffin & Howe at Hudson FarmHudson Farm, in Andover, New Jersey, is a private shooting/hunting club consisting of 3,800 acres of beautifully landscaped property with several ponds and lakes and a wide range of shooting facilities, which includes a 20 station sporting clay course, 10 station scenic course, enclosed instructional facility, simulated driven pheasant and grouse clay flurries, .22 plinker range, voice activated trap field, 500 yard rifle range, two pistol ranges and an archery range. This facility is widely considered to be one of the finest of its kind in the U.S. Affiliated with the world renowned sporting company Griffin & Howe, Hudson Farm Club presents a unique opportunity to access one of the most sought after sporting clay venues available anywhere. Spend half a day with Griffin & Howe instructors on the course of your choice. Cartridges included. Lunch will be provided. Included is four hours of shooting instruction for eight people on a mutually agreed upon date. Value $3,310. Generously donated by Griffin & Howe at Hudson Farm.

Play Golf on Scotland’s Championship Courses Enjoy a five-night stay at the Hill of Tarvit, including the opportunity to play golf on three championship courses, and try your hand at “real tennis” on the oldest tennis court in the UK. Included are games of golf for four people at Carnoustie, host of the Open Championship; Kingsbarns, on the coast of Fife; and the Castle Course at St Andrews. Only miles from St Andrews Links is Hill of Tarvit, one of Scotland’s finest Edwardian mansions, with landscaped gardens and an original hickory golf course. Your accommodations will be in the newly-renovated Edwardian East Lodge cottage, which sleeps five guests and has a sitting room with a fireplace, shared bathroom, and private garden. At Hill of Tarvit, you will enjoy an afternoon lunch in the Mansion House, a talk by one of Scotland’s leading golf historians, and a game of hickory golf on the 9-hole Kingarrock course. Also included is a private tour of Falkland Palace, the 16th-century royal hunting lodge built by James IV, followed by lunch and a game of “real tennis,” with instruction by one of Scotland’s leading players on the oldest court in Britain - where the young Mary, Queen of Scots is said to have shocked courtiers by donning breeches to play! Dates in 2016/17 by mutual agreement with the bidder. Value $4,500. Generously donated by the National Trust for Scotland and Kennedy P. and Susan M. Richardson.

J.M. Barrie’s Peter Pan Visit the birthplace and final resting place of J.M. Barrie, the creator of Peter Pan. You and your guests will have accommodations in the stylishly refurbished 18th-century stable block at House of Dun, the exquisite Georgian mansion designed and built by Robert Adam in 1730. Located only three miles from Montrose and its picturesque unspoilt beaches and around 45 minutes’ drive from Aberdeen, House of Dun is the ideal location for access to many of the Trust’s properties. The bright, spacious accommodation lies within a picturesque courtyard and sleeps four with kitchen, sitting room/dining room, and shower room. A private tour of nearby J.M. Barrie’s Birthplace will include a visit to Barrie’s grave in Kirriemuir and a tour of the 19th century Barry Mill, allowing you to try your hand at milling flour the old fashioned way! Your visit will be fondly remembered with a signed copy of a graphic novel of Peter Pan, which contains many references to Barrie’s birthplace, as well as a first edition copy of Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens, published in 1906. Kick off your Peter Pan adventure with an evening on Broadway for two to see the acclaimed production Finding Neverland (Available performances are between May 1 - 31, 2016 on Tuesdays at 7:30pm, Wednesdays at 2pm, Thursdays at 7:30pm, and Sundays at 7:30pm). Please note that access to the accommodations at House of Dun are via an external staircase (18 steps) and will not be accessible for those with disabilities. Dates in 2016/17 by mutual agreement with the bidder. Value $2,200. Generously donated by the National Trust for Scotland.