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“Shipwrecks An Important Cultural Resource”
Minister of Health, Seniors and Environment Jeanne Atherden recently spoke at the launch of Shipwrecked: Bermuda’s Maritime Heritage, a new book written by Dr. Gordon Payne Watts Jr. and published by the National Museum of Bermuda Press that aims to shed light on the more than 300 shipwrecks in Bermuda’s waters. At the launch, which was... Read more of this article
Upcoming Event To Focus On Bermuda History
Tuesday, April 21st is the anniversary of the successful passage in 1944, of the Law in Parliament for the right for women to vote. In light of this, Imagine Bermuda and The Centre for Justice are collaborating by holding a Roundtable Discussion at Cathedral Hall, from 12.30 – 1.30 pm on Tuesday on the implications of this history for our society... Read more of this article
BNT Trust Talk On “History Of Bermuda In Print”
The Bermuda National Trust invites the public to the next topic in their “Trust Talks” programme, which will feature Horst Augustinovic speaking on the history of Bermuda in print The event flyer says, “Horst, the author of ‘What You May Not Know About Bermuda’, will provide a new look at Bermuda’s history and world events... Read more of this article
Were You In The Bermuda Regiment In 1965?
The Bermuda Regiment 50th Anniversary [BR50] Committee is appealing to the public to assist in their efforts to re-create the initial nominal roll of the Bermuda Regiment by providing the names of any soldiers who were a part of the newly formed body upon the September 1, 1965 amalgamation of the Bermuda Militia Artillery and the Bermuda Rifles. A... Read more of this article
National Museum Book Showcases Shipwrecks
Three hundred-plus shipwrecks shed light on 500 years of history in a new coffee-table book published by the National Museum of Bermuda Press. Shipwrecked: Bermuda’s Maritime Heritage, by Dr. Gordon Payne Watts Jr, traces the island’s role as the “shipwreck capital of the mid-Atlantic” and describes “the intimate partnership” Bermuda has... Read more of this article
Historic Cannon From 1807 At Warwick Camp
As a part of the 50th anniversary celebrations of the Bermuda Regiment this year, the National Museum of Bermuda has placed an historic cannon at the entrance to Warwick Camp, the home of the Regiment. The cannon and carriage will be officially dedicated in a ceremony in October 2015 when the contributing donors, including the Bruce Sharpe Family, will... Read more of this article
BUEI To Host William Zuill’s ‘Pirate Menace’ Talk
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] is getting set to host a talk titled ‘The Pirate Menace: Exploring Piracy Past and Present’ by author William Zuill on April 9 at 7.30pm. Bill Zuill will moderate, with a panel discussion by Jens Alers [Bernhard Schulte Ship Management], Dr. David Saul [Odyssey Marine Exploration], and... Read more of this article
St. George’s To Celebrate Pilot ‘Jemmy’ Darrell
The family of Pilot James ‘Jemmy’ Darrell and the Corporation of St. George are getting set to promote its UNESCO World Heritage Site status by celebrating the 200th anniversary of the death of the pilot, who died on April 12, 1815. Considered to be the first black man to own a home in Bermuda, Mr. Darrell was a freed slave. Deed polls confirm... Read more of this article
Book Offers Personal History Of Bermuda
A book released earlier this year promises to guide readers “through Bermuda from the 60′s right through to 2014″ through the author’s eyes and experiences, providing a personal modern history of the island. The book, titled The Light Switch: As the Light Turns, Things Change was written by Angela R B Browne, with illustrations... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Dr. E.F. Gordon Remembered
Imagine Bermuda, in collaboration with the Department of Community and Cultural Affairs and the Chewstick Foundation, hosted a celebration of the 120th anniversary of the birth of national hero Dr. E.F Gordon on Friday [Mar 20] in front of City Hall in Hamilton. The program at City Hall included presentations, music, and spoken word by students from... Read more of this article
120th Anniversary Of The Birth Of National Hero
In collaboration with the Department of Community & Cultural Affairs and Chewstick Foundation, Imagine Bermuda is celebrating the 120th Anniversary of Dr. E.F. Gordon’s birth today [Mar 20] at City Hall between noon and 1 pm. A spokesperson said, “In the spirit of fostering that sense of unity, we have as the Honorary Patrons of the... Read more of this article
Imagine Bermuda To Celebrate Dr E.F. Gordon
Imagine Bermuda, in collaboration with the Department of Community and Cultural Affairs and the Chewstick Foundation, is getting set to present a celebration of the 120th anniversary of the birth of national hero Dr. E.F Gordon on Friday [Mar 20] at City Hall between 12.00pm and 1.00pm. The program at City Hall will include presentations, music, and... Read more of this article
