Greetings From Scotland Saturdays!
Welcome to Scotland Saturdays, the heart of North Baton Rouge's vibrant cultural! Our Open Market is a celebration of local businesses, arts, and music, creating a lively atmosphere for everyone to enjoy. new stalls and exciting events constantly buzzing, there's always something fresh to discover. Join us and experience the genuine passion we have for our community!
Who are we?
Scotland Saturdays is a community-focused market that brings together the vibrant culture of North Baton Rouge. Founded by Byron Washington in June 2018, the market started with just a few vendors gathering in Scotlandville, the heart of the area. Since then, it has grown into a lively social hub where makers, thinkers, and performers come together to showcase their talents. Every last Saturday of the month, Scotland Saturdays provides a space for locals to connect, celebrate their culture, and support one another, creating an environment where creativity community can flourish.
Volunteers Needed
Join us in our mission to create a more sustainable community! We believe that our strength lies in the engagement of our community members, and we invite you to be a part of this vision. We are currently seeking for the Levitt Amp Baton Rouge Music Series this spring season. Learn more how you can get involved below!
What have we done...
Established 2018
2018
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Through the diligent work of our founder, Byron Washington, since our inception, Scotland Saturdays has been a committed contributor to the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. Catalyzed by Councilwoman Chauna Banks and Mrs. Patt Leduff of CADAV and the Scotlandville CDC, this event continues to grow in patronage and contributors every year. As a bridge in our community, we are happy to provide the necessary logistical and vendor acquisition support.
2021
Boo With the Krewe
Hosted by the Phi Gamma Sigma Youth Sorority, Boo with the Krewe has quickly become a community staple. Providing a safe and secure environment for the young children of our community to enjoy during Halloween.
2019
Scotlandville Parkway MasterPlan Initiative
Through our city's department of recreation, also know as BREC, Scotland Saturdays was able to become of facilitating organization in the acquisition of the community's feedback. Each month we hosted our normal, monthly market, which included the presence of BREC representatives equipped with visuals and survey taking equipment for our community's feedback. Through this work, BREC was able to establish a baseline for what the community needs from their park system and their hopes for the future.
2023
Levitt AMP Baton Rouge
Since the very beginning we have been pushed to make our efforts a weekly affair. Unfortunately, non profit work, especially at the grassroots level, can be an arduous task. In 2022. we decided to apply for the Levitt Foundation's, AMP grant series. A grant that allows and demands for the orchestration a 10-week live music series in an underused public space, located in the middle of an underserved community. With the belief that music has the power to build bridges in places they've never existed, this was our opportunity. Not only to put our weekly model to the test but also to finally activate the Scotlandville Plaza in the way it deserved. With year 2 on the horizon we are excited to see where this journey leads us,.