Phys.org

Returning a 170-year-old preserved lizard to Jamaica is a step toward redressing colonial harms, say researchers

Museums often celebrate new acquisitions, especially something rare or historic. In April 2024, scientists from the Natural History Museum of Jamaica and The University of the West Indies, Mona Campus ...
Hyperallergic

In Jamaica, Documenting — and Honoring — a Rich History

Ebony G. Patterson, “Cultural Soliloquy (Cultural Object Revisited)” (2010), auto chassis and body, fabric, glitter, rhinestones, audio recording and other materials, variable dimensions (all images ...
insider.si.edu

History of Jamaica

Important dates in the island's history. -- The first Jamaicans. -- The discovery of Jamaica. -- Jamaica under the Spaniards. -- The coming of the English. -- The buccaneers. -- The two invasions. -- ...
The New York Times

A CURIOUS CHAPTER IN NEGRO HISTORY.; The Maroons of Jamaica-- Their Origin and their Present Position.

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Where is Jamaica? Hurricane Melissa makes landfall as dangerous Cat. 5 hurricane

Hurricane Melissa is the first Category 5 hurricane to make landfall in Jamaica. Before Melissa, the most destructive hurricane in Jamaica was Hurricane Gilbert in 1988. Eight-time Olympic medalist ...
The Conversation

Returning a 170‑year‑old preserved lizard to Jamaica is a step toward redressing colonial harms

Museums often celebrate new acquisitions, especially something rare or historic. In April 2024, scientists from the Natural History Museum of Jamaica and The University of the West Indies, Mona Campus ...