OPEN HOUSES PROGRAMME 2018 HERITAGE TOURS The Open House season begins on January 7th 2018, at - "NIDHE ISRAEL SYNAGOGUE & MUSEUM, Bridgetown".
Remember this programme raises funds to support heritage preservation efforts in Barbados. More info...
Dates: January 7th - March 28th 2018 (Held every Wednesday (...and some Sundays)
Time: 1:45pm - 5pm
ADMISSION:
This extends to members of reciprocating Trusts and Societies, including National Trusts of Scotland, England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Australia and New Zealand, and certain heritage societies of the USA and Canada.
Here's your chance to help preserve the Rich Heritage of Barbados
About BNT Open House Speakers/Lively Lecturers
Dr Henry Fraser - is a past president of Barbados National Trust and the author of 'Historic Houses of Barbados' and 'Treasures of Barbados.'
Dr Karl Watson - BNT's current president, and is the editor of the Journal of the Barbados Museum and Historical Society, and author of ‘Barbados, A Civilised Island-A Social History 1750-1816;’ The White Minority in the Caribbean,’ . ‘Barbados First-e Years of Change, A Pictoral History 1900-1970’.
Both men have credits too numerous to mention, and are lively lecturers.
NOTE: Lectures take place at 3:15pm (at each open house)
Special Open House Tours
For Special tours on days other than Wednesdays Click here...
Spend an Afternoon enjoying these Homes & Gardens...
Barbados National Trust (BNT) Open Houses Calendar 2018
Tour Dates & Locations
JANUARY
January 7th 2018 (Sunday)
THE NIDHE SYNAGOGUE & MUSEUM, Bridgetown, St Michael
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January 17th 2018
MOON DANCE, Sandy Lane, St James
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January 24th 2018
BLEAK HOUSE, Indian Ground, St Peter
Bleak House was built in 1860, and its history suggests that it took its name from Charles Dickens’ 1853 novel. In 1983 it was bought as a burnt-out shell and rebuilt in classic Georgian style with innovative practicalities and a guest cottage. Now the home of Richard Goddard and Margaret Deutsch, Bleak House stands on 166 acres overlooking the Scotland District and still functions as a working farm. Its antique furnishings go back to the 15th century..
Directions
Go north on Highway 2A. Shortly after the sign to Black Bess Quarry, turn right towards Indian Ground.
Go left at the fork in the gully, and right at the T junction.
Look for parking signs at the playing field and expect to walk the long driveway in.
Th ose with mobility problems may be dropped off at the house.
January 28th 2018 (Sunday)
FRANCIA PLANTATION HOUSE, St George
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January 31st 2018
BELLEVUE PLANTATION HOUSE, Waterford, St Michael
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FEBRUARY
February 7th 2018
FUSTIC HOUSE, Clinketts, St Lucy
Fustic House is one of the most distinctive and magical of the transformations created on Barbados by the English theatrical designer, Oliver Messel. The new film “A Caribbean Dream,” based on Midsummer Night’s Dream, was shot here, for good reason. Get a preview today and meet the writer/director! Besides the two-part house, there’s a delightful cottage, and the conference/entertainment pavilion. The overall ambience and the little details all merge to create an atmosphere of unparalleled elegance and tranquillity. With 11 acres of park-like grounds, you’ll want to walk a lot.
Directions
Go north on Highway 2A to St. Lucy’s parish church. Take the 90-degree left at the roundabout, so that the church car park is on your immediate right. Stay on that road for about 2 km. As you enter Checker Hall, look for the Fustic Village sign on your left, and for our Open House sign too.
February 14h 2018
LAS PALMAS, Rockley New Road, Christ Church
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February 18th 2018 (Sunday)
THE VALLEY PLANTATION GREAT HOUSE, St George
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February 21st 2018
FOSTER LODGE, St George
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February 28th 2018
GARDENIA, The Garden, St James
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MARCH
March 7th 2018
LOWER GREYS HOUSE, Christ Church
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March 14th 2018
SION HILL PLANTATION, St James
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March 18th 2018 (Sunday)
SAN FLAMINGO, Holder Ridge, St James
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March 21st 2018
NEWLANDS HOUSE, Pine Hill, St Michael
Fine houses in a near-urban setting have their own special charm and reveal another Barbadian way of life. Newlands, the official residence of the Central Bank Governor, is a fine example. Set in the comfortable sylvan suburb of Pine Hill, it is furnished with antiques, some of which came from historic Wildey House. It also reflects the more contemporary artistic flair of its occupants, and its garden is a lovely place to explore and relax.
Directions
From Emancipation statue (Bussa) roundabout on ABC Highway, head towards Bridgetown; At the second set of traffic lights, bear left and turn right at the roundabout. The house is across the road from St. Winifred’s school; however, parking will be on the empty lot next to Belmont funeral home. Follow our parking signs. A shuttle will be available or you can take a five-minute stroll.
March 24th 2018 (Saturday)
MORGAN LEWIS WINDMILL, St Andrew
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March 28th 2018
CORAL HALL, Holder Ridge, St Philip
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