Those of us who have been drawn by the powerful ties of blood into the special, colourful and turbulent history of
Scotland have come to believe that visibly enjoying our heritage is a wonderful addition to our lives.
When you join us in the Clann Muir Worldwide Organization, you will then become part of an international, secular, organization with members from
many different countries. We feel sure you'll begin to feel a personal bond grow between you and the many others who have linked their modern day lives with that of yourself and your shared ancestry. This will give you a new perspective on your family and Clann history. It will also keep you informed about what others of the 'Clann Muir' are doing around the world.
We hope you already know your family's history, whether they left Scotland or not and what they did. If they left, Why they left? But if you don't know, perhaps we can help you find out. If you are taking the time to read this, chances are
you are of the Clann 'Muir' Be proud of your blood! Remember the men and women from whom you are descended or in the Gaelic language of your forefathers:
"Cuimhnich air na daoine o'n d'thaining thu"
Your Ancestors won't let you down.
Membership
The Clann Muir WorldWide Organization, is an educational, secular, non-profit organization formed to promote the perpetuation of Gaelic-Scottish culture, customs, and traditions. You can help preserve our proud Muir history by joining today. When you join the Clann Muir WorldWide, you may begin to feel a personal bond with the other members who have made the link between their modern lives and their heritage.
As a Free member you receive the following benefits:
Access to the registered/restricted area of the website.
Access to the Muir Genealogy Archives
Our monthly newsletter "Muir Kintra Wittinsblad"
Read past issues of 'Muir Kintra Wittinsblad'
Access to the History area which contains the History of
the Clann Muir and Scotland.
Read in depth articles
Ask and answer questions in the Muir Gathering Forum & History Forum
A Free Clann Classified area for members only
Create a personal profile
Find other clann members
A Paid Elite member recieves all the above plus below.
1. A membership certificate
2. Free Ad area for personal business advertising or Family announcements
3. An Elite member in good standing has access to the emergency fund in time of dire need.(amount depending on funds at hand)
4. Attend meetings and the right to vote on Clann Muir Worldwide business and organizational matters.
5.Exclusive Elite Status!
Aims and Objectives
Perpetuate: Scottish History, Culture, Traditions, Literature, Art and Music of our Gaelic/Celtic heritage.
Publish: A newsletter and Website of Clann Muir WorldWide and its Muir Heritage for our members and their families.
Encourage: Our children to be proud of their heritage and to participate in cultural events.
Preserve: Artifacts and archaeological sites pertaining to the
Clann Muir
Sponsor: Our Heritage and Society by attending social affairs in appropriate highland dress.
We hope that you already know about your Scottish Heritage.
If not, perhaps we can help you learn more!
The Site Background Picture Is Kilmarnock Cross
In Rambles Around Kilmarnock (1875) Archibald R Adamson wrote "Kilmarnock Cross is most spacious, although of a most peculiar form, having no less than seven streets branching off it. In the centre stands a marble statue of Sir James Shaw, who rose from a humble position to that of Lord Mayor of London".
The seven streets (in clockwise order starting from the north) were Portland Street, the Foregate, Regent Street, Duke Street, Waterloo Street, King Street and Bank Street, and just north of Bank Street, but opening more on to Portland Street than the Cross itself, Croft Street.
The Cross looks completely different now. The heavy traffic in the town led to the redevelopments which saw all traffic through this area of the town being stopped completely. A complete redevelopment of the town in the 1970s saw some of the streets demolished, including Duke Street, Regent Street and Waterloo Street.
The statue of Jimmy Shaw was at the Cross from 1848 - 1929, when it was removed and placed at London Road. Shops were built along the line of the Foregate, the Burns Shopping Mall and the Bus Station and Multi-storey Car Park replaced the Regent Street area. Some of these shops are built over the top of the Kilmarnock Water, along the line of Waterloo Street. In the town today there are statues placed on King Street to signify where the water runs under the streets.
Another statue has been placed at the Cross now that it is free of traffic. The statue is of Robert Burns and John Wilson.
King Street opened in 1804. King Street runs from the Cross over the Kilmarnock Water and on to the junction with Titchfield Street. Many of the fine buildings which were in King Street were demolished during the redevelopments in the 70's. These fine buildings were replaced by the characterless flat roofed shops which stand in their place today. Another two casualties of the redevelopments were the Town House and the King Street Church. These were also demolished at this time.
We wish enjoyment and fulfillment for all of you,
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