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BNT Encourages Donations For Tree Planting
The Bermuda National Trust [BNT] said they are ”encouraging those who may feel a little guilty about buying an imported Christmas tree to donate towards the charity’s tree planting programme. ” A spokesperson said, “The donation would benefit Bermuda’s own environment and biodiversity in a very positive way and offset the carbon... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Verdmont Museum Open House
The Bermuda National Trust hosted a free open house at the Verdmont Museum today [Oct 14]. A spokesperson previously said, “Built about 1700, Verdmont is one of the earliest surviving houses in Bermuda. It represents generations of Bermudian families and honours the memory of those enslaved there. The open house will feature heritage experiences for... Read more of this article
BNT To Host Open House At Verdmont
The Bermuda National Trust invites the public to come to Verdmont Museum for a free open house on Saturday [Oct 14]. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Trust is inviting everyone to Verdmont Museum for a free open house on Saturday 14 October. Built about 1700, Verdmont is one of the earliest surviving houses in Bermuda. It represents... Read more of this article
BNT Invites Public To Silk Art Exhibition & Sale
The Bermuda National Trust [BNT] is inviting the public to an exhibition and sale of silk art by Janet Wingate, titled ‘Salt Water in the Veins: Conjuring home from a landlocked country.’ A spokesperson said, “The exhibition opens on Thursday 10 August from 5:30 to 7:30pm, when the artist will talk briefly about her medium and inspirations.... Read more of this article
BNT Calendar Features Island’s Architecture
The Bermuda National Trust [BNT] announced that their annual calendar for 2024 is now available, with the calendar showcasing photography submitted through a Built Heritage Calendar Photo Contest, featuring Bermuda’s unique architecture A spokesperson said, “The People’s Choice winner was Laurie Zuill, whose stunning photo of Duke of Clarence... Read more of this article
“Bermuda: People & Parishes” Art Competition
The Bermuda National Trust [BNT] and Sompo International have launched the 3rd annual Student Art Competition, with a theme of “Bermuda: People and Parishes”. “We are very pleased to invite Bermuda’s young people to use their artistic talents to explore this year’s theme, “Bermuda: People and Parishes”. Whether students focus on... Read more of this article
BNT: Somerset Re Volunteers At Tucker House
A team from Somerset Re decided to support St. George’s by taking on Tucker House for their semi-annual Corporate Social Responsibility day. A spokesperson said, “The team of twenty gave back to Bermuda and our World Heritage Site by lending helping hands to the museum and African Diaspora Heritage Trail site in the heart of St. George’s.” BNT’s... Read more of this article
New Members Elected To National Trust Council
Andy DeGregorio, Peter Hebberd, Zeudi Hinds and Duncan Simons have joined the Bermuda National Trust [BNT] board. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Trust is pleased to announce that four new directors were elected to its Council [Board] at the Annual General Meeting on 15 June. “The new directors are Andy DeGregorio, Peter Hebberd,... Read more of this article
Photos: 2023 BNT Heritage Awards Winners
The Bermuda National Trust heritage awards were recently presented, honouring a number of groups and individuals for their work to “promote Bermuda’s natural and cultural heritage.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Trust’s annual heritage awards were presented on 15 June. The awards, sponsored by Butterfield & Vallis,... Read more of this article
Photos/Video: BNT Hosts Palm Sunday Walk
The Bermuda National Trust’s annual Palm Sunday Walk took place yesterday [April 2], with crowds of people taking part. A spokesperson previously said, “It is expected to draw hundreds of residents and visitors to explore parts of the parish not usually open to the public. “The walk will start from Port Royal School at 1:00pm [latest start... Read more of this article
Nominations Invited For National Trust Awards
The Bermuda National Trust is inviting the public to submit nominations for its annual awards, which recognise individuals, organisations, groups or schools that have worked to protect and promote appreciation for Bermuda’s natural and cultural heritage, or whose work has enhanced Bermuda heritage awareness or understanding. A spokesperson said, “Heritage... Read more of this article
BNT Palm Sunday Walk Scheduled On April 2nd
Registration is now open for the Bermuda National Trust’s popular Palm Sunday Walk, which will be held in Southampton Parish on April 2nd. A spokesperson said, “It is expected to draw hundreds of residents and visitors to explore parts of the parish not usually open to the public. “The walk will start from Port Royal School at 1:00pm [latest... Read more of this article
