Category: History
Lecture: Bermuda’s 17th-Century Textile Legacy
The National Museum of Bermuda is continuing its free Bermuda and the Atlantic World lecture series with a virtual lecture on Thursday, March 27 at 5:30pm via Zoom. A spokesperson said, “Early Bermuda Indigo Resist Textiles: Unraveling Bermuda’s 17th-Century Textile Legacy will be presented by Lori Lee Triplett, a textile historian and researcher.... Read more of this article
‘Appreciation Celebration’ On March 20th
The community is invited to an Appreciation Celebration on March 20th, marking Dr. E.F. Gordon’s 130th birthday and honoring those who sustained the 1940s Intersectional Transformative Movement. A spokesperson said, “The Community is Invited – on the 130th birthday of Dr E.F. Gordon – to join in the Appreciation Celebration of the many who... Read more of this article
Conference To Mark 75th Anniversary
The National Museum of Bermuda and Naval Dockyards Society have partnered to host a special conference marking the 75th anniversary of the closure of the Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “This commemorative event will take place on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at the National Museum of Bermuda, Royal Naval Dockyard. “For over... Read more of this article
Premier Congratulates Paget Primary School
Premier David Burt congratulated Paget Primary School on hosting its 7th Annual Black History Museum, noting that he was “truly impressed by the students’ level of engagement and historical knowledge on display.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, extends congratulations to the Paget Primary... Read more of this article
Black History Museum A Marvel To Behold
[Written by Patrick Bean] Drenched with a reflective gaze of oppression, struggle, perseverance and the continued fight towards equality for all the 2025 Black History Museum was unveiled at Paget Primary School this week. More than 15 honourees were presented to a packed, enlivened assembly made up of students, parents, relatives, media and allies... Read more of this article
Photos: 2025 Paget Primary Black History
Paget Primary School is holding their 7th Annual Black History Museum event, with this year’s honorees including Allison Figureido, Antoine Richards, Chesley Trott, Clermont “Duke” Joell, Dame Marjorie Bean, Dean Furbert, Ellsworth Christopher, Florenz Maxwell, Kalmar Richards, Kingsley Tweed, Reginald “Toby” Dillas, Reid Johansen, Sylvia... Read more of this article
City Seeks Historic Photos Of Fort Hamilton
The City of Hamilton is seeking old photos, illustrations, and personal stories from the public to help uncover Fort Hamilton’s history and enhance future visitor displays as part of ongoing renovation efforts. A spokesperson said, “As renovation and improvement efforts continue at Fort Hamilton, the City of Hamilton is calling on the public... Read more of this article
Photos: CedarBridge Explores Heritage Trail
CedarBridge Academy recently partnered with Titan Tours and the Bermuda National Trust, in a collaborative initiative with CURB, and sponsorship provided by Clarien Bank to facilitate the African Diaspora Heritage trail tour during Black History month, and visited various historical sites of enslavement, sharing insightful stories of resistance and... Read more of this article
Paget Primary To Host Black History Museum
Paget Primary School will host their 7th Annual Black History Museum event later this month. This year’s honorees include Allison Figureido, Antoine Richards, Chesley Trott, Clermont “Duke” Joell, Dame Marjorie Bean, Dean Furbert, Ellsworth Christopher, Florenz Maxwell, Kalmar Richards, Kingsley Tweed, Reginald “Toby” Dillas,... Read more of this article
Creatives Live! Explores Stories Of Resistance
The latest edition of Creatives Live! captivated audiences through history with “They Arrive: Remembering the Enterprise and Other Stories of Resistance,” an immersive storytelling event held on Tuesday [Feb 11] in Hamilton. A Government spokesperson said, “The latest edition of Creatives Live! captivated audiences with an immersive historical... Read more of this article
‘They Arrive: Remembering The Enterprise’
The Department of Culture’s special edition of Creatives Live! will feature a free historical walking tour on Tuesday [Feb 11] that ”will explore acts of rebellion and resilience throughout Bermuda’s rich history.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Culture presents a special edition of Creatives Live! featuring... Read more of this article
NMB Welcomes Denbrook As Learning Officer
The National Museum of Bermuda announced the appointment of Rajai Denbrook as its new Learning and Engagement Officer. A spokesperson said, “He will be devising, developing, and delivering the Museum’s formal and informal learning activities and programmes serving a wide variety of audiences, including students, teachers, families and lifelong... Read more of this article
