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Key Historical Moments in June 
Key Historical Moments in June Back in de dayVolume III

Key Historical Moments in June 

By: La Shawna Griffith   The month of June in Barbados is filled with deep history as there were significant historical moments that occurred in June, from the Announcement of…
We Gatherin'September 2, 20252 min
Old vs. New
Old vs. NewBack in de dayVolume III

Old vs. New

St. Andrew Parish Church in Barbados was consecrated in 1630 but was destroyed in 1846 after a hurricane destroyed the first structure. The church which is known for its Gothic…
We Gatherin'September 2, 20251 min
Home Is Where The Heart Is
Home Is Where The Heart IsHomecomingVolume III

Home Is Where The Heart Is

By: La Shawna Griffith There’s something about Barbados that never leaves you  no matter how far across the globe you go. For many Barbadians living abroad, the scent of salt…
We Gatherin'September 2, 20252 min
Bridgetown to New York: The Story of Barbados’ Role in Early American Commerce
Bridgetown to New York: The Story of Barbados’ Role in Early American CommerceHomecomingVolume III

Bridgetown to New York: The Story of Barbados’ Role in Early American Commerce

It is safe to say that when many Barbadians, at home and across the Diaspora, consider the long and enduring Barbados/New York connection never does Shelter Island come to mind.…
We Gatherin'September 2, 20256 min
A Legacy of Justice and Generosity: The Story of Justice Barbara Cooke-Alleyne
A Legacy of Justice and Generosity: The Story of Justice Barbara Cooke-AlleyneFeaturedVolume III

A Legacy of Justice and Generosity: The Story of Justice Barbara Cooke-Alleyne

By: La Shawna Griffith   In the quiet heart of St. John, history was etched into stone in honour of a woman whose life work has been rooted in fairness,…
We Gatherin'September 2, 20254 min
Message from Senator John King, Director of the We Gatherin’ Secretariat
Message from Senator John King, Director of the We Gatherin’ SecretariatFeaturedVolume III

Message from Senator John King, Director of the We Gatherin’ Secretariat

“This experience has profoundly impacted me.” The past six months of the We Gatherin’ journey have been nothing short of extraordinary as it has been a  rediscovery of who we…
We Gatherin'September 2, 20252 min
Message from the Chief Executive Officer of the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc., Ms. Andrea Franklin
Message from the Chief Executive Officer of the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc., Ms. Andrea FranklinFeaturedVolume III

Message from the Chief Executive Officer of the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc., Ms. Andrea Franklin

Dear Friends, As the Chief Executive Officer of the Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI) it is with great pleasure that I reach out to you, our extended family from across…
We Gatherin'September 2, 20252 min
Karting in the Gully: St. George’s Unspoken Tradition
Karting in the Gully: St. George’s Unspoken TraditionParish SpotlightVolume III

Karting in the Gully: St. George’s Unspoken Tradition

By La Shawna Griffith Before the age of smartphones and social media, the children of St. George made their own magic. Long before “outside” became a nostalgic phrase, young boys…
We Gatherin'September 2, 20253 min
Explore the We Gatherin’ 2025 Heritage Centres
Explore the We Gatherin’ 2025 Heritage CentresVolume III

Explore the We Gatherin’ 2025 Heritage Centres

By Cara L. Jean-Baptiste Ever wondered about the history of your parish? Discover it firsthand at the We Gatherin’ 2025 Heritage Centres. These Heritage Centres are immersive community spaces geared…
We Gatherin'September 2, 20253 min
“Yuh cuh hide and buy land, but yuh can’(t) hide and wuk it.”
“Yuh cuh hide and buy land, but yuh can’(t) hide and wuk it.”Culture CornerVolume III

“Yuh cuh hide and buy land, but yuh can’(t) hide and wuk it.”

By La Shawna Griffith In Barbados, we have a lot of colourful phrases that have been passed down through generations that carry deep meaning and wisdom. One such phrase that…
We Gatherin'September 2, 20253 min