Cayman Islands National Museum e-Newsletter (August/September 2024)
August/September e-Newsletter
The Resilience of Cayman: Surviving Hurricane Ivan Exhibition
This exhibition is dedicated to one of the most powerful and devastating storms in the history of the Caribbean. On September 11, 2004, Hurricane Ivan, a ferocious Category 5 storm, unleashed its full fury on Grand Cayman. This exhibition chronicles the harrowing events before, during, and after the hurricane, highlighting the island’s extraordinary resilience in the face of overwhelming destruction.
Paul Overstreet visits the Cayman Collections Centre!
A group from Missouri enjoyed an exclusive tour of the Cayman Collections Centre (former Motor Museum) in West Bay. Their weekend also featured music with Grammy-winning songwriter Paul Overstreet, local dining, and a catamaran adventure! Curious to learn more Visit www.museum.ky/blog for the full story.
Looky Ya! Heritage Showcase
Mr. Alvin McLaughlin of East End and Ms. Carlene Carter of West Bay joined us on Tuesday, 27 August 2024 for our monthly mini Look Ya! Visitors were able to purchase local cuisine and locally made thatch items. Join us again on Tuesday, 24 September 2024 from 10am to 2pm!
Revisit Our Speaker Series Lectures Online!
Missed a past lecture or want to watch it again? Visit our website to access our archive of Speaker Series talks. Dive into fascinating topics, local history, and expert discussions, all available at your fingertips. Explore the knowledge and insights shared by our guest speakers anytime, anywhere!
Start watching now at www.museum.ky/videoarchive.
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Immerse Summer Camp 2024: A Month of Adventure and Learning!
This year’s Immerse Summer Camp at the Cayman Islands National Museum was a huge success! Extended to four weeks, thanks to popular demand and sponsorship from CICSA Credit Union Cayman, campers aged 7-14 explored historic sites like Pedro St. James Castle and Mission House, visited attractions such as the Cayman Parrot Sanctuary and Botanic Park, and even embarked on an underwater adventure with the Nautilus Semi-Submarine.
For more details, visit www.museum.ky/blog.
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