North Carolina
The Legacy of the Scots-Irish: Historical Migration to Cultural Inspiration
Program No. 20141RJ
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The Legacy of the Scots-Irish: Historical Migration to Cultural Inspiration
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Participant Reviews
Based on 33 Reviews
SHOWING
Immersing ourselves in cultures that are often elusive, for a week of history, music, and craft , was wonderful!
— Review left November 15, 2025
I had a wonderful time! Everything was perfect. The food was great, the presenters were very knowledgeable, and I learned a lot! I will definitely be going again.
— Review left November 15, 2025
This week's program was excellent. I am amazed about how well everything worked considering that it's been just over 6 months since Hurricane Helene devasted the community. You would never know that it happened were it not for the ever-present evidence of reconstruction all around.
— Review left May 19, 2025
Amenities were scarce The rooms had only a bed and sink Could not turn around in bathroom
— Review left May 17, 2025
Second time thru this strip; learned a lot more; Montreat is always pleasant.
— Review left May 12, 2025
Thoroughly enjoyed the Legacy of the Scotch-Irish program. Knowledge learned here inspires me to look at my family genealogy. The instructors were excellent. The accommodations were lovely. I enjoyed meeting and mingling with the other participants, the instructors, and staff at Montreat.
— Review left March 8, 2025
Great class! LOTS of history and good information about the impact of the Scots-Irish on Appalachia. Highly recommend!
— Review left September 14, 2024
We recommend this program to everyone interested in continuing education and interest in American history and well as the development of American music.
— Review left May 4, 2024
Great educational experience. Wonderful presenters, staff and location. I met many wonderful people and had a blast
— Review left March 19, 2024
This was my first Road Scholar program and the content exceeded my expectations. I'll be looking for more!
— Review left March 10, 2024
The Legacy of the Scots-Irish: This program was amazing! I can't give it high enough praise. Everyone was so friendly and helpful. The daily lectures were interesting, informative, and above all fun. The 'field trips' were fun and the evening entertainment was amazing! I highly recommend the for anyone who is interested in learning about the Scotch-Irish.
— Review left March 9, 2024
Learning something new is never wasted time. A new fact, food, musical tune, and presentation was experienced every day.
— Review left March 8, 2024
Speakers are experts in their subject matter, kept my attention and they shared resources for further research.
— Review left November 13, 2023
The Legacy of the Scotch-Irish program exceeded my expectations. The instructors were exceptional. The setting for the program was a delight and the field trips, while informative, were also a nice break from a classroom setting. I highly recommend this program to anyone interested in this subject or in learning about an important part of the makeup of America.
— Review left October 28, 2023
The Legacy of the Scott’s-Irish program was our first experience with Road Scholar and we loved it! The Assembly Inn at Montreat was lovely and comfortable for us. We were there at the peak of Autumn’s breathtaking beauty but I’m sure it is always pretty there. The cafeteria style meals were simple, plentiful and good. Our instructors were engaging and knowledgeable. Everything was excellently organized. We were also able to get some excellent hiking in during our free time. We will definitely return to Montreat for more programs.
— Review left October 28, 2023
Wonderful program! Educational, entertaining, interactive -- you'll love playing the dulcimer. Really!! Staff/instructors highly professional, expert, personable and fun. Tracy oversees it all with aplomb. Responsive to every need. Presentations, performances were excellent. Anne and Righton -- a great team. Anne: beautiful, humble, engaging story teller, entertainer. A true Appalachian ambassador. Righton -- a Scots-Irish treasure. So much knowledge and humor -- real life experiences she shares come to life for all. Anne and Righton must know, personally, almost every dead and living Scots-Irish Appalachian. Last night's "story telling" by Bobbie Pell was enthralling, spell binding. Could have heard a pin drop; worth the trip alone. Facilities, lodging comfortable; the setting spectacular. Food -- varied, delicious, plentiful. Couldn't ask for a better experience. And a GREAT value.
— Review left June 6, 2023
Very educational heavy on history of kings and their rein. Also more music than anticipated but overall very satisfying. Learned alot.
— Review left March 27, 2023
The Legacy of the Scots Irish included rich history on the Celtic people from 1,000 B.C. to the 21 Century. The lectures were amazing, and the presentations were great fun. The knowledge of my own genealogy was significantly enhanced and filled me with pride for my Scots-Irish heritage!
— Review left November 12, 2022
Montreat is a wonderful place with excellent programs. The mountains are so beautiful and relaxing.
— Review left October 10, 2022
A fascinating week of history, culture, music and crafts of the Scotch-Irish who settle our country. The instructors are knowledgeable and entertaining. The site is in a beautiful wooded area of the Appalachian mountains. The hotel is picturesque and the food is delicious. We invited some relatives to join us and it was the perfect spot to spend a week together.
— Review left October 9, 2022
Very enjoyable. Montreet was a beautiful facility and leaders were friendly and knowledgeable
— Review left April 27, 2022
From the birth of the cells why moved to Scotland why were moved to ulster and then travel to Appalachia their music religion and impact on the revolution and beyond. Was fun.
— Review left April 25, 2022
Ancestors from Scotland or Ireland? Learn all about the history of these people both back in the home country and here in America with fabulous instructors.
— Review left April 17, 2022
Just completed the Scots-Irish in America program at Montreat, NC. Everything about this adventure was positive. The setting (in southern Appalachia) was breath-taking; the environment was relaxing; the presenters were both talented and knowledgeable. You don't even have to be Scots-Irish to enjoy this one.
— Review left April 16, 2022
This was our first Roads Scholar trip, which we made with my parents. Thoroughly enjoyed learning about the Scott’s-Irish history, role in the Revolution and music. The presentations kept my attention and were very informative. The evening activities were also a joy!
I very much liked the Assembly Inn, as well. A lovely mountain setting.
My only criticism is that I found the food a bit disappointing. Certainly good choices for various diets/restrictions, but the Farm to Table meal was not special and the meals overall were very much like a college dining experience. That said, I do know it’s a challenge to feed a large group.
— Review left March 31, 2022
Every aspect of Program was Top-Notch, from Location, Lodging Staff, Lectures and Entertainment. A True Opportunity to Explore Scot-Irish Heritage from Past to Present
— Review left March 25, 2022
Great program in a beautiful setting.
— Review left October 30, 2021
The Montreat Scots-Irish program was interesting to me even though I am not descended from them. It helped me put together the pieces of the historic puzzle of the American Southeast where my ancestors and I lived.
— Review left October 30, 2021
This was my sixth Road Scholar program at Montreat in the past 7 years. It's a perfect setting for these programs, and the content of the programs always met or exceeded my expectations.
— Review left October 15, 2021
A wonderful, interesting, informative experience. I am so pleased I attended this class.
— Review left October 15, 2021
When I was registering the web site was down so I had to call. Other times, I have been able to use the site and din it good.
— Review left December 1, 2019
The Assembly Inn at Montreat, NC, is so lovely it will add value to any Road Scholar program! The fall weather and autumn scenery were perfect; now I have to find a Road Scholar program that will allow me to be in Montreat in the spring!
— Review left November 17, 2019
Outstanding and knowledgeable presenters.
Food tepid at best. (Technology IS available!)
Accommodations staff extremely helpful.
— Review left April 2, 2019