The Renaissance Scots Living History Association, a 501 (c) 3 educational nonprofit corporation, has been delighting attendees at Celtic events in the Rocky Mountain West for more than 25 years. The RenScots provide a village setting where the public experiences highland Scottish life and crafts from the time of William Wallace (Braveheart) through the Jacobite uprising against the English that ended so disastrously for the Scots on the battlefield of Culloden in 1745.

With an all-volunteer organization of talent, staff and crew, the RenScots present interactive pavilions showing heritage crafts in an entertaining, family-friendly setting. The RenScots Mission is to bring the experience of Scottish life and heritage crafts to the Celtic community and public in an entertaining setting, and to educate about the contributions of the Scots to American culture. We make experiencing history fun! We also teach to help preserve

heritage crafts by passing them on to a new generation.

The Outremer Historical Society is an organization committed to the research of the medieval Levant, namely the crusader era. Our goal is to further the understanding of this time period through the methods of archaeological experimentation and living history.

Our focus is c. 1099 C.E - 1192 C.E, roughly the time between the end of the first and third crusades. We aspire not only to conserve these studies, but to also share them with general public audiences. Our great aim is to spread the knowledge of these events, and help to remind society at large that the medieval Levant was characterized more by multicultural feudalism, trade, and acculturation; as opposed to any religious or cultural prejudice. By these means, we are determined to help shape the minds of our audiences away from narratives of history that condone discrimination against religious or ethnic minorities.

Born December 8, 1542

Inherited the throne on December 14, 1542, just six days later after the death of her father James the V of Scotland. Coronation was September 9, 1543.

She was betrothed to Francis, the Dauphin of France in 1548. She was, a short time later sent to France and raised there until she married Francis in 1558. She was sent to save her from English forces. She became Queen consort to Francis on his ascension in 1559. He died a year later.

Little is known about the in between times growing up. There were a couple of regents minding the throne till she came of age. James Hamilton, 2nd Earl of Arran 1542-1554, then her mother, Mary of Guise 1554-1560 Reincarnated in September in the 1960’s,…As Mary Queen of Scot of the Highland Rockies, Our portrayal is real. We are not just living history, but We are the history. Lineage dating back to the time of Robert the Bruce, Robert II…son of Walter Stewart/Stuart and Majorie Bruce.

Our lineage also includes the second Earl of Orkney, Siguard the Stout.

We also have French ancestry dating back to Mary’s mother Mary of Guise, and also the French Stouts. And let Us not forget our Irish roots.

We do love sharing our heritage and knowledge. It has been an eye-opening journey for Us to discover and continue the work Our father began years ago. We believe knowing the past and keeping Our heritage alive is paramount. Knowing where We’ve been, helps Us to know where we are going. We can be seen and approached at most of the festivals in the Highlands of the Rocky Mountains.

We are The Royal Clan Stuart and Mary Queen of Scots OTHR.

The Kilted Brotherhood is a truly extraordinary organization that has captured the hearts of our community in just a few short years. This remarkable group has been honored with the prestigious title of the Queen's Royal Guard, a testament to their unwavering dedication, spirited teamwork, and profound sense of duty. Each gathering they participate in becomes a celebration of culture and tradition, inviting others to join in their mission of uplifting the community.