Ministry of Culture, Arts & Heritage of The Bahamas

Ministry of Culture, Arts & Heritage of The Bahamas Preserving, promoting, and celebrating the culture, arts, and heritage of The Bahamas for generations to come.

10/09/2026

More than $700,000 in seed funding has been granted to support Junkanoo groups ahead of the 2026/2027 parades. The Ministry of Culture, Arts & Heritage is forward to seeing the creativity, craftsmanship and spirit of Junkanoo this season. 🇧🇸🥁

09/09/2026

Strengthening connections with our cultural and creative communities across The Bahamas. 🇧🇸

The Ministry of Culture, Arts and Heritage recently engaged with stakeholders across Grand Bahama, including meetings with the island’s Junkanoo community, a visit to the Ministry for Grand Bahama, and a Listening Series with local creatives.

The Listening Series provided an opportunity for members of the creative community to share their experiences, perspectives, ideas, and priorities directly with the Ministry.

We extend sincere thanks to the Hon. Ginger Moxey, Minister for Grand Bahama Ministry for Grand Bahama, for sharing her insight and vision. We are proud of the work being done under her leadership to strengthen Grand Bahama’s orange economy and expand opportunities for the island’s creative community.

We thank everyone who participated and look forward to continued engagement with creatives and cultural stakeholders throughout our islands. 🇧🇸

It is with deep sadness that the Ministry of Culture, Arts and Heritage joins the nation in mourning the passing of the ...
05/09/2026

It is with deep sadness that the Ministry of Culture, Arts and Heritage joins the nation in mourning the passing of the Hon. Neville Wisdom, former Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture.

Minister Wisdom dedicated his life to public service, contributing meaningfully to the development of our youth, sports, culture and communities across The Bahamas. As a former Minister entrusted with the culture portfolio, his service remains part of the foundation upon which we continue to build today.

On behalf of the Minister, executive leadership and staff of the Ministry, we extend heartfelt condolences to his family, loved ones, friends and colleagues.

May his soul rest in peace, and may his legacy of service continue to inspire generations of Bahamians. 🇧🇸

An artistic light has gone far too soon. 🕊️We join the Bahamian creative community and The Bahamas in mourning the tragi...
03/09/2026

An artistic light has gone far too soon. 🕊️

We join the Bahamian creative community and The Bahamas in mourning the tragic passing of Stefan Davis, a gifted artist whose talent, passion and creativity left an undeniable mark on our cultural landscape.

Through his work, he celebrated our people, culture and identity with incredible artistry and purpose. We honour and thank him for his service to our country and for the invaluable contribution his artistry made to Bahamian culture and our creative community.

We extend our deepest condolences to his children, family, loved ones, friends and all who knew him.

Rest peacefully, Stefan. Your hands may be still, but your art and legacy will continue to speak. 🎨

🎭 The stage is set for Shakespeare in Paradise!The 18th Annual Shakespeare in Paradise Festival returns to the Dundas Ce...
02/09/2026

🎭 The stage is set for Shakespeare in Paradise!

The 18th Annual Shakespeare in Paradise Festival returns to the Dundas Centre for the Performing Arts from September 21 – October 11, 2026, bringing together more than 100 creatives, performers, technicians and volunteers to celebrate the magic of live theatre. 🇧🇸✨

This year’s exciting line-up features:

🎭 The Merry Wives of Windsor
📖 Short Tales
🎭 Sizwe Banzi Is Dead
🖤 First Comes Mourning
🎤 The Sonnet Man
🎬 Plus a special screening of Bright Lights Productions’ Bittersweet Dreams

From the actors who bring each story to life to the writers, directors, stage managers, costumiers, set builders, lighting and sound teams working behind the scenes, Shakespeare in Paradise is a celebration of the incredible talent that keeps the performing arts thriving in The Bahamas.

🎟️ Tickets: $35
Season tickets and student & senior discounts are also available.

📍 Dundas Centre for the Performing Arts
📅 September 21 – October 11, 2026
☎️ Box Office: 819-7977 | 12 PM – 6 PM daily

Come experience the stories, the talent and the magic of theatre at Shakespeare in Paradise 2026! 🎭🇧🇸

Happy First Day of School! ✨📚As students across our islands begin the 2026/2027 school year, the Ministry of Culture, Ar...
31/08/2026

Happy First Day of School! ✨📚

As students across our islands begin the 2026/2027 school year, the Ministry of Culture, Arts & Heritage wishes you a safe, successful and inspiring year ahead.

To our future artists, musicians, dancers, storytellers, creatives and cultural leaders, may every lesson spark your curiosity, every challenge help you grow, and every opportunity inspire you to create.

You are part of the next generation that will carry the rich culture, creativity and heritage of The Bahamas forward. Dream boldly, learn proudly and make this year one to remember.

Our Culture. Our Heritage. Our Future. 🇧🇸

📣 Grand Bahama, we’re coming to listen, connect, and engage.The Ministry of Culture, Arts & Heritage invites stakeholder...
25/08/2026

📣 Grand Bahama, we’re coming to listen, connect, and engage.

The Ministry of Culture, Arts & Heritage invites stakeholders across Grand Bahama to join us for two important stakeholder meetings on Wednesday, August 26, 2026.

🥁 Junkanoo Stakeholders Meeting
⏰ 3:00 PM
📍 Ministry for Grand Bahama, Collab Room

🎭 Cultural Stakeholders Meeting
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Kingdom Worship Center Int’l
3B East Atlantic Drive

Hon. Leslia Miller-Brice, Minister of Culture, Arts & Heritage, will be in attendance as we hear directly from those who contribute to the growth, preservation, and future of culture and Junkanoo in Grand Bahama.

Your voice matters, and we look forward to the conversation. 🇧🇸

🎭 2026/2027 NEW PROVIDENCE JUNKANOO PARADESA large number of Groups and Individuals have already registered, and prepara...
24/08/2026

🎭 2026/2027 NEW PROVIDENCE JUNKANOO PARADES

A large number of Groups and Individuals have already registered, and preparations are well underway for the 2026/2027 Junkanoo Parades!

If you haven’t registered yet, now is the time to get involved!

📍 Visit the Culture Division, Thompson Boulevard

FAMILY ISLANDS JUNKANOO PARADES
📞 Call 502-0601
📱 WhatsApp 826-9261

Register. Get ready. Let’s make the 2026/2027 Junkanoo season unforgettable!

20/08/2026

A new chapter for Bahamian art, culture and heritage. 🇧🇸🎨

The Ministry of Culture, Arts and Heritage proudly joined the National Art Gallery of The Bahamas for the official opening of The Cottage, its newly restored administrative home.

Made possible through a generous $250,000 investment from the Baha Mar Resort Foundation, the restoration gives new purpose to a historic Bahamian building while creating additional space within the Gallery for our National Collection, Bahamian artists, and the stories that reflect who we are.

This is preservation with purpose, honouring our past while creating room for the future of Bahamian art. ✨

As a newly established Ministry, staying connected with our stakeholders and hearing from them firsthand is an important...
19/08/2026

As a newly established Ministry, staying connected with our stakeholders and hearing from them firsthand is an important part of the work we do. 🇧🇸

Recently, we visited vendors at the Straw Market on Paradise Island and received an update on the construction underway at the historic Water Tower.

It’s always a pleasure to get out, connect with our people, and stay engaged with the work that matters.

Stay tuned for the grand reopening of two of Nassau’s iconic landmarks, the Water Tower and Fort Fincastle, as we celebrate and preserve our rich history and heritage. ✨

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