Category: History
Community Marks Rosa Parks’ 70th Anniversary
Around 60 people gathered at St. Paul AME Hall on Monday [Dec 1] to commemorate the 70th anniversary of Rosa Parks’ iconic stand. A spokesperson said, “A diverse audience of 60-odd people, across generations, joined the lunchtime gathering at St Paul AME Hall on Monday, December 1st, honouring the 70th anniversary of Rosa Parks’ iconic stand.... Read more of this article
Video: Anniversary Of First Portuguese Immigrants
An event was held today [Nov 4] to celebrate the 176th anniversary of the first arrival of Portuguese immigrants to Bermuda. In advance of the event, a spokesperson said, “Bermuda will come together to celebrate the rich history and enduring contributions of the Portuguese community at this year’s Celebration of the Arrival of the Portuguese... Read more of this article
NMB Press Launches New Book In London
The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] Press recently launched Bermuda Sentinel: The Royal Naval Base 1795–1950 by historian Jonathan Coad aboard the historic HMS Wellington in London during an event hosted by the Friends of NMB [UK]. A spokesperson said, “The National Museum of Bermuda Press launched its latest book aboard the historic HMS Wellington,... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Fort Albert Open Day
The St. George’s Foundation hosted the Fort Albert Open Day this weekend, marking a significant milestone in the restoration and revitalization of one of Bermuda’s historic treasures. A spokesperson previously said, “Abandoned for over 35 years following the closure of Club Med in 1988, Fort Albert had fallen into disrepair. Dense overgrowth... Read more of this article
NMB To Host Free Virtual Lecture On October 2
The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] is continuing its free Bermuda and the Atlantic World lecture series with a virtual lecture on Thursday, October 2 at 5:30 PM AT via Zoom. A spokesperson said, “Higglers, Hucksters and Pedlars: Informal Trade at Dockyard will be presented by Dr. Neil Kennedy. Dr. Kennedy, Associate Professor of History at Memorial... Read more of this article
Technical Institute Anniversary Gathering
Former students of the Bermuda Technical Institute are being invited to gather at Ocean View Golf Club on Wednesday [Sept 17] to celebrate the 69th anniversary of the school’s opening. A spokesperson said, “Excitement is growing as former students of the Bermuda Technical Institute anticipate their 69th Anniversary gathering on Wednesday, September... Read more of this article
ADHT Slave Trade Remembrance Proclamation
The African Diaspora Heritage Trail Foundation will mark the International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition with a public proclamation on Saturday [August 23] at LiveNet Square in Hamilton. A spokesperson said, “The African Diaspora Heritage Trail [ADHT] Foundation will commemorate the International Day for the Remembrance... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Gunpowder Plot Reenactment
The Bermuda Pilot Gig Club hosted a reenactment of the 1775 Gunpowder Plot this weekend at Tobacco Bay. A spokesperson previously said, “This unique event serves as a heartfelt tribute to the late Maurice Johnson, coxswain, boatswain, and ‘unbelievable’ storyteller of the Gig Club, whose passion for Bermuda’s history and re-enactments inspired... Read more of this article
Gunpowder Plot Reenactment Set For August 16
The Bermuda Pilot Gig Club will host a reenactment of the 1775 Gunpowder Plot at Tobacco Bay on Saturday [August 16] at 6.00pm. A spokesperson said, “Under the Distinguished Patronage of His Excellency the Governor, The Bermuda Pilot Gig Club will stage a compelling re-enactment to recognize the 250th anniversary of Bermuda’s historic 1775 Gunpowder... Read more of this article
191st Anniversary Of Emancipation
Bermuda will commemorate the 191st anniversary of Emancipation at Cup Match, with the African Diaspora Heritage Trail Foundation and the Bermuda Friendly Societies Association leading a moment of reflection and proclamation before the first ball. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda will commemorate the 191st anniversary of Emancipation through the... Read more of this article
Photos: Lions Cubs Visit Fort St Catherine
Youngsters from the Hamilton Lions Clubs Cubs have visited the historic Fort St Catherine on St George’s Island. The coastal artillery fort was built in 1612 and now houses a museum dedicated to Bermudian history. “Today was an unforgettable adventure at Fort St Catherine!” read a Lions social media post. “Our Cubs and their friends explored... Read more of this article
Column: Outerbridge On Bermuda Historic Forts
[Column written by Alison Outerbridge] Scattered across Bermuda are historic forts – silent sentinels that once protected our shores from foreign threats. These forts tell the story of Bermuda’s role as a strategic outpost in global conflicts over the centuries. And as the enemies changed – from Spanish to French to American, so did... Read more of this article
