RSSCategory: History

Black History Museum A Marvel To Behold

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

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

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

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 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

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’

‘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

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

Titan Express To Host Friendly Society Tour

Titan Express To Host Friendly Society Tour

Titan Express is set to host the Black Icons-Friendly Society Tour on February 15th. A spokesperson said, “In recognition of Black History Month, Titan Express is offering the Black Icons-Friendly Society Tour on Saturday, Feb 15th at 2:00PM. To book the tour visit: www.ptix.bm Date & Time: Saturday, Feb 15th at 2:00PM to 4:00PM Rate: $45... Read more of this article

Heritage Museum Seeks Strategic Planning Team

Heritage Museum Seeks Strategic Planning Team

The Bermuda Heritage Museum is “taking a strategic direction by recruiting key members to refocus and provide a springboard for future success.” Quinell Francis, spokesperson for strategic planning, states, “We have seen the value of having the Heritage Museum in our community. The museum’s collection is unique and tells a well-rounded... Read more of this article

NMB Working To Restore Casemates Buildings

NMB Working To Restore Casemates Buildings

The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] is working to “waterproof, stabilise, and save the Casemates Barracks and Upper Ordnance buildings.” A spokesperson said, “Major progress has been made by the National Museum of Bermuda to waterproof, stabilise, and save the Casemates Barracks and Upper Ordnance buildings. This is thanks to funds... Read more of this article

1988 US-Bermuda Tax Treaty Archived

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