Times of the Islands Spring 2022

astrolabe newsletter of the Turks & Caicos National Museum
Being men of great physical stature, they utilized
their strength as needed by assisting people to move their
wooden houses from one location to another. During this
event, they were assisted by their cousin Lambert Wilson
(Par Lumbie) and Robert and David Adams. During this
occasion, everyone would join in and sing the popular
song “Gal le we go down.” This singing made the task
lighter. They were also involved in launching big boats in
South Caicos.
As Dave (Big Cow) and Gilbert (Snuka) get older,
there is concern as to the future of bonefishing in South
Caicos. Bonefishing is becoming more of a sports fishing
adventure—catch and release rather than for consumption.
The concern is whether someone will take the baton
from these grandsons so that bonefishing will remain an
integral part of the South Caicos culture.
Undoubtedly, South Caicos has produced some of the
country’s greatest fishermen. Because of this, the island
has earned the distinction of being called the “Fishing
Capital of the Turks & Caicos Islands.” a
Museum Matters
GRAND TURK
Return of cruise ships
Cruise ships returned to Grand Turk on December 13,
2021. We are pleased to have the guests return to visit
and learn about Turks & Caicos history and culture. A
very special thank you to visitors who stay in the hotels
and vacation rental homes. Their continued support
both now and when the ships were suspended helped
keep us open during the pandemic restrictions. a
Snip, snip
Grand Turk will once again be hosting a spay and neuter
clinic from April 22 to 29. This project benefits the
entire community, and we are proud to be able to assist
and host this much needed service. a
PROVIDENCIALES
The work and improvements to the Heritage Garden continue.
We are currently working with The Strand Turks
& Caicos development to safely remove and replant any
vegetation that would have otherwise been destroyed in
the process of construction. Over 20 species of plants
have been identified and we hope to rescue as many as
possible in the Heritage Garden. a
Current Days & Hours of Operation:
• Grand Turk—Open Monday to Friday; 9 AM to 1 PM.
The days a ship arrives on or after 11 AM, we will open
1 hour after arrival.
Located in historic Guinep House on Front Street, this
location includes exhibits on the Salt Industry, Molasses
Reef Wreck, Lucayans, John Glenn Landing and more.
The Heritage Garden’s new clearing includes West Indian Mahogany,
Silver and Green Buttonwood, Gumbo Limbo and Palmettos.
• Providenciales—Open Tuesday and Thursday; 10 AM
to 2 PM. Also open the first and third Saturday of each
month; 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 Turks &
Caicos Islands. Our residents have descended from a
vast array of peoples, and an incredibly rich history.
Additional Exhibits—Slave ship Trouvadore, Molasses
Reef Wreck Artifacts, Sapodilla Hill Rock Carvings. Tour
the Heritage House, which is a historically correct recreation
of a typical 1800s Caicos 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. a
www.tcmuseum.org• info@tcmuseum.org
(649) 247-2160
MARJORIE SADLER
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