National Museum of Cayman Islands
Dedicated
to the research and preservation of they Cayman heritage for
present and future generations, be sure to make Cayman
Islands National Museum the first stop on your tour of Grand
Cayman.
Opened in November 1990, the beautiful
building overlooks Hog Sty Bay. This building is one of
Cayman's few remaining 19th century structures, a survivor
of hurricanes and numerous storms. Since it was built, it
has served as a place of worship as well as a courthouse and
jailhouse.
The
National Museum of Cayman Islands now contains a collection
of over 2,000 items. You will learn about the country's
fascinating cultural and natural history and the
resourceful, independent nature of a seafaring society.
Through the exhibits and displays, you will
be introduced to a Cayman Islands very different from the
sophisticated, cosmopolitan vacation paradise you see today.
You'll begin to understand why this country's development is
a success story which overcame incredible odds during the
last 400 years.
As
you leave, stop in the Museum Shop which offers a fine
selection of books about Cayman; locally made crafts and
high quality gifts, from Christmas tree ornaments to
Caymanite jewelry. Then relax in the picturesque courtyard
of the Cool Caboose on the south east corner of the Museum
and enjoy a tropical fruit drink, ice cream or snacks.
CAYMAN ISLANDS NATIONAL MUSEUM
P.O. Box 2189
Harbour Drive, Grand Cayman
Phone: (345) 949-8368
Fax: (345) 949-0309 |