National Museum Jamaica

National Museum Jamaica The National Museum Jamaica, functions as the national agent for the collection,preservation and exhibition of Jamaica's material culture

The Institute of Jamaica (IOJ) functions as a national agency for the preservation of Jamaica's heritage, and aims to stimulate thorough research and reflection on all aspects of Jamaica's culture. The Institute conducts major educational programmes including outreach activities at all levels of the education system and in communities island wide.

National Museum Jamaica and our Satellite museums  and  invites everyone in the observance of International Museum Day (...
15/05/2026

National Museum Jamaica and our Satellite museums and invites everyone in the observance of International Museum Day (IMD) on 18 May 2026, which the International Council of Museums International Council of Museums - ICOM hosts annually. The day will include a free Symposium in Kingston and entry will be free all day to all our museum spaces in Kingston, Montego Bay and Spanish Town.

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National Museum Jamaica and The Institute of Jamaica invites you to participate in the observance of International Museu...
13/05/2026

National Museum Jamaica and The Institute of Jamaica invites you to participate in the observance of International Museum Day (IMD) on 18 May 2026, which the International Council of Museums - ICOM hosts annually.

This year’s theme, “Museums Uniting a Divided World,” explores the vital role museums and other cultural spaces play as bridges across cultural, social, and geopolitical divides. It highlights how museums foster dialogue, inclusion, understanding, and peace, both locally and globally, while also marking ICOM’s 80th.

All are welcome to attend this face-to-face presentation.

Hahom (Thanks) to Kasike Nibonri Kaiman (Cheif), Kasikeiani (Chieftainess) Ronalda, and Kasikerahuto (Daughter of Chief)...
08/05/2026

Hahom (Thanks) to Kasike Nibonri Kaiman (Cheif), Kasikeiani (Chieftainess) Ronalda, and Kasikerahuto (Daughter of Chief) Tanama-Areyto, from for having two short sessions with new staff of the and students from in honouring and remembering our Taino ancestors on Taino Day which is commemorated on May 5th.

Thank you Harbour View Primary School  for inviting us to Read Across Jamaica Day. It was a fun day with inspiring stori...
06/05/2026

Thank you Harbour View Primary School for inviting us to Read Across Jamaica Day. It was a fun day with inspiring stories "Audrey's Tree House" "Little Red Dragon" and "This Is My Family".

The People's Museum of Craft and Technology in Spanish Town, was officially opened to the public in 1962, and was called...
17/04/2026

The People's Museum of Craft and Technology in Spanish Town, was officially opened to the public in 1962, and was called the Jamaica Folk Museum. The building that houses the museum was part of the Old King's House livery and stables. The museum features many objects that were made and used by persons in Post Emancipation Jamaica. The Museum was subsequently renamed the People's Museum of Craft and Technology in 1979.

Throwback to our Annual free PEP Lecture that took place on March 24, 2026. Thank you to all the teachers, students, spo...
09/04/2026

Throwback to our Annual free PEP Lecture that took place on March 24, 2026. Thank you to all the teachers, students, sponsors and our lecturer Dr. Ajani Ausaru, math Lecturer at UWI, Mona.

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10 East Street
Kingston

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:30 - 17:00
Thursday 08:30 - 17:00
Friday 08:30 - 16:00

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