Times of the Islands Fall 2021

astrolabe newsletter of the Turks & Caicos National Museum
As the COVID-19 restrictions are lifted we will once
again be hosting these types of events. Check our
Facebook page and website for upcoming presentations,
movies and other events. a
Bricks on their way!
Pre-pandemic, the museum launched a fund-raising
campaign which involved selling engraved bricks that
will be used on the various walkways.
Finally . . . the bricks have been ordered! They should
be ready to ship to the Islands by early September.
The fundraiser for the engraved bricks will continue.
Once people see them and are inspired by the ideas that
others came up with for dedications and memorials, we
hope that additional orders will be placed.
The Grand Turk bricks will be installed shortly after
arriving. The bricks for Providenciales are for the new
building when it is finished, but we will have some on
display at that location.
• Providenciales—All proceeds from the brick purchases
will go towards the new building for the museum here.
• Grand Turk—All proceeds from the brick purchases
will be used for the operations, projects and exhibits for
the Grand Turk museum.
Bricks can be purchased in three different sizes for
a cost of $100, $250 or $500. You choose the wording,
and for an additional $25 have the option to include artwork.
Replica bricks are also available for an additional
$25 if you would like a duplicate of your purchase. For
more information, contact us at info@tcmuseum.org
or visit our website www.tcmuseum.org. a
Current operating hours
Grand Turk—Tuesday and Thursday, 10 AM to 3 PM
Located in historic Guinep House on Front Street, this
location includes exhibits on the Salt Industry, Molasses
Reef Wreck, the Lucayans, John Glenn landing and more.
The bricks can be purchased for either the
Providenciales or Grand Turk museum locations. This
is a great way to support the museum and leave an
everlasting tribute for a loved one or show support from
your family or business.
Providenciales—Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday,
10 AM to 2 PM
Located in the Village at Grace Bay, this location includes
a Historical Timeline that gives an overview of the most
important dates in the history of the TCI. Additional
exhibits include the slave ship Trouvadore, Molasses
Reef Wreck artifacts and Sapodilla Hill Rock Carvings.
Tour the Heritage House (shown above), a historically
correct re-creation of a typical 1800s Caicos Islands
dwelling, and the Heritage Garden. Days and times of
operation are subject to change, so please check our
website or Facebook page for updated information.
www.tcmuseum.org• info@tcmuseum.org
(649) 247-2160
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