Jamaica’s Heritage: Jamaica College (JC)
Nestled along the bustling Old Hope Road in Kingston, Jamaica College stands as a beacon of the island's rich educational heritage. Its storied buildings—Simms Hall, the Scotland Building, the Assembly Hall, and the Chapel—are not mere structures of brick and mortar but are repositories of memories, echoing the footsteps of students and educators who have [...]
Free Public Access to Blue Lagoon
4 March 2025 News For Immediate Release: JNHT Reiterates Free Public Access to Blue Lagoon The Jamaica National Heritage Trust takes note of misinformation in the media and wishes to make it clear that access to the Blue Lagoon in Portland is available to the public free of charge. The Blue Lagoon is a national [...]
CELEBRATING THE TAINO on May 5TH
In exactly two months, The Jamaica National Heritage Trust (JNHT) will celebrate Taino Day on May 5th. It is a time to reflect on the legacy of Jamaica’s first people -the Taino-who were here long before European contact, shaping aspects of our culture that still exist today. Yet, despite their profound influence, the Taino remain [...]
HERITAGE IN ACTION: Focus on Falmouth
HERITAGE IN Action is a signature initiative of the Jamaica National Heritage Trust (JNHT) designed to raise awareness about the protection and preservation of Jamaica’s five Historic Districts: Falmouth, Port Royal, Spanish Town, Black River, and Titchfield Peninsula. The inaugural event in this series takes place today, February 5, in the historic town of Falmouth. [...]
Upcoming Events for January to August 2025
For further information contact: Tamika Clough Public Relations and Marketing Officer 876-277-3310 Jamaica National Heritage Trust Tamikaclough@jnht.com
Thetford Park: Honouring a Historical Legacy with National Monument Designation
Enriching Our Heritage! The developers of the historic Thetford Park Estate have officially received their honorary plaque which identifies the Thetford Greathouse as a National Monument. This prestigious honour highlights the estate's profound significance within Jamaica’s cultural and historical narrative. The recognition marks a pivotal milestone, celebrated with a special ceremony that not only acknowledges [...]
EMANICAPTION JUBILEE 2024
For further information contact: Mrs. Tamika Clough Public Relations and Marketing Officer Jamaica National Heritage Trust| 79 Duke Street Kingston C.S.O. | Jamaica W.I. E-mail: tamikaclough@jnht.com Tel: 922-1287-8/922-3990/924-9531
