59 Front
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Bermuda Historical Stories
Tempting Providence in the Caribbean Sea by dr. edward cecil harris, mbe, jp, phd, fsa After the establishment of Jamestown, Virginia (1607) and Bermuda (1612), the London entrepreneurs who settled those places turned their attention
Art Matters
By Lisa Howie, Director, Bermuda National Gallery Local Action, Global Impact: A Community Project on the World Each December we celebrate the creativity of our youth in a month long student art exhibition. This year’s
Explore Bermuda – Off The Beaten Track
Bermuda’s parks and nature reserves are scattered around the island like a green necklace, providing quiet, tranquil areas to explore, picnic and bird watch
Lobster Pot – Chasing Tail Lobster Mania Part #2
By Brigitta Wohlmuth LOBSTER POT The Lobster pot is one of the oldest and most popular restaurants in Bermuda. For 69 years it has maintained it’s title as Bermuda’s finest seafood restaurant, dedicated to serving
Henry VIII – Chasing Tail – Lobster Mania Part #2 continued…
By Brigitta Wohlmuth Henry VIII King Henry VIII was renowned for his love of fine food, wine and entertainment- and the restaurant/pub named in his honour delivers all of the above, including a breathtaking view
Savour the Season – Lobster Mania Part #1
by Brigitta Wohlmuth In Bermuda, you don’t really see the seasons change like in other parts of the world. The leaves won’t turn orange and fall off the trees, there are no real drastic climate
Historical Stories – Heritage Matters: Heroic Rescue at Elbow Beach
by Dr. Edward Cecil Harris, MBE, JP, PHD, FSA “The Hurricane of 1915 commenced early on Sept. 3rd after very sultry weather—calm sea and very rosy sunsets. Its full force was experienced from the N.E.
The Young Collection – A Museum Without Walls
by Brigitta Wohlmuth “John Hinson Young II had a vision for the arts in Bermuda” says the National Gallery’s curator, Sophie Cressall, as she begins to describe a man she never knew, nevertheless a man
Art Matters – Highlights from the Young Collection at the Bermuda National Gallery
By Lisa Howie, Director, Bermuda National Gallery The John Hinson Young II and Nelga Vivian Young Collection was donated to the Bermuda National Gallery in 2005. The Young Collection is eclectic and reflects the collectors’
Ten Ways – to feel like a local
by Brigitta Wohlmuth When in Bermuda, do as the Bermudians do....here are 10 ways to help you effortlessly adapt to island living, so you can feel at home away from home. Rent a ScooterCatching taxis
Rememberance Day In Bermuda
Here in Bermuda Remembrance Day, November 11, is observed at the National War Memorial and Cenotaph on Front Street in the city of Hamilton. The Remembrance Day Parade is a solemn occasion which honours and
Award Winning Rosedon Hotel
By Alexandra Lima A famous Muppet once said “It’s not easy being Green”, but Award Winning Rosedon Hotel begs to differ. Infamous travel site TripAdvisor launched its innovative GreenLeader’s program in 2013, in hopes that
Bermuda’s Forts
Due to the fact that Bermuda Forts are easy to find and in picturesque areas, you don't have to be a history buff to enjoy them. Most have been restored, some are in parks, but
Shipwrecks in Bermuda
Shipwrecks are one of Bermuda’s most important cultural resources. They are underwater museums offering the public, tourists, students and scholars a unique opportunity to investigate the remains of vessels that made our Western Hemisphere what
The History of Bermuda Shorts
Bermuda is the only place in the world where there is national attire for men. Millions of people who have not yet visited Bermuda may think they know of Bermuda Shorts. But only the dress Bermuda shorts - what male
Bermuda Architecture
Bermuda architecture today refers to the style, not the construction. It follows closely the style often referred to as British Colonial, found throughout the Caribbean (800 miles to the south) Then, much of the construction was local, including the limestone (instead of concrete block), all roof slates, and native cedar wood. Nowadays, all construction workers in Bermuda must by law be Bermudian, and the concrete block and some roof slate they use is made locally. But practically everything else - such as wood timbers and tools they use - is imported...
Bermuda’s Beautiful Flora
Bermuda’s native flora and fauna originates from south-eastern North America and the Caribbean, supplied by wind-borne dispersal and via the Gulf Stream. Yet despite this isolation, and small size, over 8,000 species have been recorded
Harbourfront Happy Hour
By Nadia Hall Nobody forgets their first time. Mine was when I was twelve years old on a balcony on Front Street. My mother introduced me, and with unabashed/flagrant/unmitigated/unadulterated enthusiasm she showed me what to
Heritage Matters
‘Nevermore’ at Bermuda Humans have a habit of destroying their own if left in the clutches of mad men, an enterprise now under the epithet of ‘genocide. Raphael Lemkin, a Polish lawyer of Jewish descent,
Farm to Table Dining at The Reefs
We’re all too familiar with the coastal side of Bermuda. Visitors and residents are spoiled for choice with the soft pink shoreline and crystal clear waters, but what of the rural? Our lush greenery harbours
Gunpowder Plot – The Defining Story
Interview with Michael G. Marsh Mike attended Saltus Grammar School, Bermuda. In 1961 he was the first Bermudian to achieve Membership as an Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute (ACII). In 1970 he went into
A Bermudian Tradition – The Art Mel’s Fish Sandwich
BY Nadia Hall Art Mel’s is an institution. A dear friend that I’ve known for over half of my lifetime had finally made the trip over from London. A dream guest, an easy-going, low-maintenance sort
Lili Bermuda – The Water Collection
By Nadia Hall “Soap on a rope is a fabulous thing!” perfumer Isabelle Ramsay-Brackstone exclaims, mirroring my excitement as I handle the sweet-smelling merchandise. The soaps are very big, voluptuous stones, made with generous helpings
The Artist – Sheilagh Head
By Nadia Hall Sheilagh Head is quick and willing to speak about any artist other than herself. We’re a full ten minutes into discussing Giotto’s frescos before I notice we’re off topic. How deftly she
Historical Stories – Heritage Matters: Beware the late hurricanes!
By Dr. Edward Cecil Harris, MBE, JP, PHD, FSA Four hundred and six years have passed since a whopper of a wind deposited the Sea Venture on our reefs and its crew and passengers on
