Category: History
1988 US-Bermuda Tax Treaty Archived
“As Attorney General, I am both honoured and delighted to ensure this foundational document is safeguarded for future generations,” said the Attorney General and Minister of Justice Kim Wilkerson. A Government spokesperson said, “Last week, Minister Wilkerson officially transferred the original 1988 US-Bermuda Tax Treaty to the Bermuda... Read more of this article
NMB Team Attends MAC Conference In Panama
The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] team attended the 2024 Annual Conference of the Museum Association of the Caribbean [MAC] in Panama. A spokesperson said, “The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] was strongly represented at the 2024 Annual Conference of the Museum Association of the Caribbean [MAC] in Panama City, Panama. Led by NMB Executive Director... Read more of this article
“Stone: From Bermuda To Charleston” Exhibit
“As the Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sport, we recognise how vital these cultural events are—not just as celebrations of artistic talent, but as pillars of our identity,” stated Owen Darrell, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport at the National Museum of Bermuda‘s opening of its latest exhibit, Stone: From Bermuda to Charleston,... Read more of this article
National Museum Opens ‘Stone’ Exhibit
The National Museum of Bermuda opened its latest exhibit, ‘Stone: From Bermuda to Charleston,’ which “features contemporary art by Bermudian architect and artist John Gardner, combined with historical insights.” A spokesperson said, “On Thursday, November 7, a new exhibit at the National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] was officially... Read more of this article
Mapping Mary Prince Interactive Visualization
Mapping Black London — which is led by Northeastern University and aims to “visualise the multi-racial foundations and histories of London and the UK” — has created an interactive map chronicling the life of Bermudian Mary Prince. The organization said, “This exhibit traces the life of Mary Prince through the locations... Read more of this article
Metro UK Highlights Actor Earl Cameron
Metro UK has highlighted the late Bermudian actor Earl Cameron in an article titled “My friend Earl Cameron broke the British colour bar in TV and film.” The Metro UK story said, “On a beautiful summer’s day in August 2017, I felt excited and honoured to be among the family and friends celebrating the 100th birthday of the acting legend, Earl... Read more of this article
Rashida Godwin Talk On History Of Language
Award-winning tour manager Rashida Godwin will “explore the history of language used in relation to enslavement and Emancipation” in a Trust Talk on September 24. The event poster says, “In this Trust Talk, Rashida Godwin will explore the history of language used in relation to enslavement and Emancipation in Bermuda, particularly... Read more of this article
‘What Became Of 150 Sea Venture Castaways’
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] announced the upcoming BUEI Talks: ‘The Aftermath: What Became of the 150 Sea Venture Castaways’ presented by Peter Barrett, Chairman of the St. George’s Foundation, on Tuesday, September 17 at 7.30pm in the Tradewinds Auditorium. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute... Read more of this article
NMB Working On New Book On Dockyard History
The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] Press is currently working on a new publication, Bermuda Sentinel: The Royal Naval Base 1795–1950, by naval dockyard historian Jonathan Coad. A spokesperson said, “The book traces the development of the Bermuda Dockyard from its initial establishment as a group of wooden buildings into its fully-realised... Read more of this article
NMB Releases ‘Freedom Narratives’ Guide
The National Museum of Bermuda has published a new Teacher’s Resource Guide: Freedom Narratives of Enslaved Bermudians Mary Prince and Benjamin Benson. A spokesperson said, ” This comprehensive guide is part of NMB’s ongoing Teacher Professional Development programme [TPD]. It is designed to support the current local social studies curriculum... Read more of this article
Declaration Commemorates Emancipation
A number of people have come together to issue a declaration commemorating the 190th anniversary of the 1834 Emancipation Act. A spokesperson said, “On July 29, 2024, we, the undersigned – personally or on behalf of organizations – join in this declaration regarding a most significant milestone for Bermuda and other jurisdictions. On August... Read more of this article
CURB Event To Mark 190th Anniversary
Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] will host an event to commemorate the 190th anniversary of emancipation in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “It is with great honor and humility that we welcome the wider community to the commemoration of the 190th anniversary of our emancipation here in Bermuda. This week, we gather not only to remember... Read more of this article
