Holding on to Heritage

The Changing of the Sentry is a mini ceremony which pays tribute to the military history of Barbados. Taking place every .... at 11.45 AM, the changing of the sentry dates back to the 1700's and features members of the Barbados Legion marching past the sentry...

Last week marked the 375th anniversary of Parliament in Barbados, the third oldest parliament in the Western Hemisphere! It was such a spectacular event with endless entertainment! Starting at 10:00a.m., at the Ministry of Education (old Queen’s College) there...

Today is the day we commemorate the former Prime Minister of Barbados, the man who lead his country to independence from the United Kingdom, Mr. Errol Barrow. The...

In 1966, Barbados became an independent nation following over 300 years of British colonization.  In the 1920’s political arousal of the population became evident when Charles Duncon O’Neal formed the Democratic League; however it was not until 1938 after...

To celebrate Barbados' Independence we will be providing you with little bits about our island. Today we will be talking about the National Flag and all its meaning. I am sure you have seen Barbados' flag but may not know the insight behind the representation....

In celebration of the month of Independence, we have decided to feature some aspects of Barbados that represent our freedom and history. Today we will be giving you all a little insight into our Parliament buildings. 

If you have ever been to...

When the work day in Barbados is over and the weekend arrives, Baxter’s Road comes alive with culture, colour and cuisine.  It is the favourite place of many locals and visitors alike to get their mouth-watering, traditional Bajan food, and “lime” (hang out)...

This weekend marks National Heroes Day in Barbados as it is commemorated on the 28th April every year (the date of birth of Sir Grantley Adams). This day recognizes 10 specified heroes which have positively impacted Barbados in the past and have molded it into...