History Museum and Celtic Society present Scottish film

The Northwest Montana Historical Society is partnering with the Flathead Celtic Festival for a cultural event for the entire family at 6:30 p.m. Friday, April 8, at the Northwest Montana History Museum.

"Scottish Stones: Destiny Calls" is free to attend and will feature a showing of the 2008 Scottish film “Stone of Destiny,” paired with an introduction packed with Gaelic history and culture from the folks at the Flathead Celtic Festival.

As Scotland fails to establish its own parliament once again, young patriot Ian Hamilton (Charlie Cox) vows to salvage national pride by returning the Stone of Destiny, a symbol of Scottish sovereignty to its rightful place. Trouble is, the talismanic brick has been housed in Westminster Abbey under watchful English eyes since 1296.

Based on a true story, “Stone of Destiny” is rated PG and runs for 96 minutes. In addition to Charlie Cox, the film stars Billy Boyd, Robert Carlyle and Kate Mara.

The Flathead Celtic Festival is a 501(c)3 nonprofit with the mission to spread Celtic culture throughout the Flathead Valley. The organization is best known for the popular festival that is held on the second weekend in September and includes a Scottish heavy games competition, traditional music and dance, educational workshops, and Celtic clan representation. Besides the festival, the organization puts on a number of other educational events throughout the calendar year.

While the screening is free to attend, any donations will be split evenly between the Flathead Celtic Festival and the Northwest Montana Historical Society. In addition, the Flathead Celtic Festival will be raffling off some prizes to help support its mission.

Beer and wine will be available for purchase. Popcorn, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages will also be available.

The Northwest Montana History Museum is located at 124 Second Ave. E. in downtown Kalispell. Call the museum at 406-756-8381 with any questions.