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BNT: Rent A ‘Christmas Cedar Tree’ Programme
Noting it is a “sustainable local option,” the Bermuda National Trust is offering a Christmas cedar tree rental programme, allowing people to ‘rent’ a tree for the holiday season, which can be returned in January, when it will be planted in a nature reserve. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Trust’s [BNT]... Read more of this article
Walkers, Markel Teams Make Difference For BNT
A Bermuda National Trust [BNT] nature reserve and a museum have benefitted from the time and energy of teams from Walkers Limited and Markel this month. A spokesperson said, “A team of 45 staff from Walkers [Bermuda] Limited spent a day tree planting, removing trash and clearing pathways at BNT’s Gilbert Nature Reserve in Sandys.” “We are always... Read more of this article
Clarien & BNT To Plant Native & Endemic Trees
Clarien Bank announced a partnership with the Bermuda National Trust to “plant 100 native and endemic trees per year for the next three years.” A spokesperson said, “The tree planting initiative, which launches next month, is a core part of the values of Clarien+ — a premium banking service and product offering for qualifying clients... Read more of this article
Photos: Fashion Show Fundraiser At Verdmont
A fashion show fundraiser last Saturday [Oct 1] at the Bermuda National Trust’s Verdmont property. A spokesperson said, “Verdmont, a Bermuda National Trust historic house and garden, was the splendid setting for a one-of-a-kind fabulous fashion show on Saturday October 1st. Most likely for the first time in its 300-year history it hosted... Read more of this article
BNT To Re-Open ‘Trust Treasures’ Shop
The Bermuda National Trust is reopening its second-hand pop-up shop on Thursday [Sept 29] and invites the public to come and seek out ‘treasures’ ranging from glassware and china to artwork, antiques and curios. A spokesperson said, “Trust Treasures” at Waterville, 2 Pomander Road will be open every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10:00am... Read more of this article
BNT Launches Student Art Competition
The Bermuda National Trust [BNT] and Sompo International are inviting students to explore ‘Bermuda roots’ through art. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Trust is pleased to announce the launch of its second Student Art Competition, sponsored by Sompo International.” Karen Border, Executive Director, said, “We are delighted... Read more of this article
National Trust To Reopen Treasures Shop
The Bermuda National Trust is accepting unwanted items ahead of the reopening of the Trust Treasures Shop. Items will be sold or go under the hammer at the Trust Treasures auction with proceeds going towards protecting and promoting Bermuda’s natural and cultural heritage. Clothing, books [except old hardback books], toys, electrical goods or plastic... Read more of this article
PwC Interns Assist At Verdmont Museum
Bermudian university students interning at PwC this summer made their mark on the heritage of Verdmont museum in Smith’s Parish on Friday 5 August. A spokesperson said, “Working with the Bermuda National Trust Heritage Team, the interns provided hands-on help and insightful input for the Trust’s ongoing efforts to expand community and cultural... Read more of this article
BNT To Host Talk & Book Launch On August 11
A talk and book launch featuring Dr Michael Jarvis will be hosted by the Bermuda National Trust entitled: Digging into Early Bermuda. Dr Jarvis and a team of 15 Bermudian, British and American students have recently performed excavation work at Smith’s Islands, the long-term project’s ninth field season. They will present their findings to BNT members... Read more of this article
Girl Guides & US Girl Scouts Clean Up
Girl Scouts from 23 US states will collaborate with Bermuda’s Girl Guides in a clean-up of west end beaches and nature reserves, and the project, coordinated by the Bermuda National Trust, scheduled for today. In total, the environmental exercise will involve more than 150 Girl Scouts, Girl Guides and their leaders. The American Girl Scouts will be... Read more of this article
Photos: BNT’s Annual Heritage Awards Winners
The Bermuda National Trust heritage awards were recently presented after a two-year gap. A spokesperson said, “Larry Mills, Richard Spurling, Chaplain Dr. Kevin Santucci and 15-year-old Luke Foster were amongst those receiving top awards for their contribution to Bermuda’s cultural or natural heritage. “The annual awards, sponsored by... Read more of this article
Photos, Video & 360: Open House At Verdmont
In celebration of Heritage Month, the Bermuda National Trust hosted a Free Open House at the Verdmont Museum and Gardens in Smiths today [May 21], with the public able to tour the centuries old property. Executive Director of the National Trust Karen Border told Bernews, “We are thrilled to be opening Verdmont to the public today, a free public... Read more of this article
Virtual Talk: ‘How Dialects Influence Our Identity’
The roots of the Bermudian dialect will be explored in a virtual talk hosted by the Bermuda National Trust on Thursday [May 19]. The talk is entitled ‘Did you say that: How dialects influence our identity’ and will be delivered by Britanni Cann-Fubler. It will examine how accents and dialects impact society and the individual. Ms Cann-Fubler... Read more of this article
Help Choose New Colour For Historic Property
Bermuda National Trust headquarters “Waterville”, at the Foot of the Lane, is due for painting and they are offering the public a chance to vote online to choose the new colour for the historic property. Their website said, “Bermuda National Trust headquarters “Waterville”, at the Foot of the Lane, is due for painting and we would like your... Read more of this article
154-Year-Old Gold Ring Returned To Verdmont
A former resident of Bermuda has repatriated a 154-year-old gold ring, found between floorboards at Verdmont in the 1940s, and gifted it to the Bermuda National Trust [BNT]. Verdmont, which was built sometime between 1694 and 1714, is one of the Trust’s historic house museums. A spokesperson said, “Handing over the ring to the Trust on 9 May... Read more of this article
Free Public Open House At Verdmont On May 21
The Bermuda National Trust [BNT] is inviting everyone to visit Verdmont for a free open house on Saturday, May 21 from 11.00am to 4.00pm in celebration of Heritage Month. A spokesperson said, “In the spirit of this year’s Heritage Month theme of ‘Togetherness’, the Trust looks forward to welcoming the local community and island visitors to the... Read more of this article
