Times of the Islands Winter 2023/24
Presents the "soul of the Turks & Caicos Islands" with in-depth features about local people, culture, history, environment, real estate, businesses, resorts, restaurants and activities.
Presents the "soul of the Turks & Caicos Islands" with in-depth features about local people, culture, history, environment, real estate, businesses, resorts, restaurants and activities.
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astrolabe newsletter <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Turks & Caicos National Museum<br />
Museum Matters<br />
Providenciales campus<br />
• New plant identification cards have been installed for<br />
<strong>the</strong> Heritage House Garden.<br />
• We are always looking for more volunteers to be able<br />
to expand opening hours at this location. Please contact<br />
us if you are interested in donating a day or two <strong>of</strong> your<br />
time each month. a<br />
Grand Turk campus<br />
• Progress continues on <strong>the</strong> People <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Island<br />
exhibit. New photos have been added, information<br />
about <strong>the</strong> banners and photos has been added and<br />
additional enhancements are planned.<br />
• The Donkey Exhibit as part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Salt Industry<br />
Exhibit has been completed. It includes information<br />
about <strong>the</strong> role <strong>the</strong>se “beasts <strong>of</strong> burden” played in <strong>the</strong><br />
salt industry and <strong>the</strong>ir current presence on various<br />
islands.<br />
• The Queen’s Exhibit has been updated with new<br />
informational posters and better recognition for those<br />
that contributed to restoring <strong>the</strong>m.<br />
• Do you have an upcoming celebration? The Museum’s<br />
deck is a great place to hold your birthday party,<br />
shower, or o<strong>the</strong>r event. We have made many improvements<br />
to <strong>the</strong> deck and it is available for rent for your<br />
special occasion.<br />
• The Museum continues to be <strong>the</strong> premier stop on<br />
Grand Turk land tours. Our gift shop is <strong>of</strong>ten complimented<br />
as <strong>the</strong> best on <strong>the</strong> island. Be sure to stop in and<br />
see our various new products, T-shirts, and locally made<br />
items. On-island guests continue to visit <strong>the</strong> Museum<br />
and shop and we appreciate <strong>the</strong> support from hotels<br />
and vacation rentals. a<br />
Current days & hours <strong>of</strong> operation:<br />
Grand Turk (Front Street): Hours vary daily, but in general<br />
open on all cruise ship days 9 AM to 1 PM. When<br />
a ship arrives on or after 9 AM, we will open one hour<br />
after arrival for three hours.<br />
Providenciales (The Village at Grace Bay): Open<br />
Tuesday and Thursday, 10 AM to 2 PM.<br />
Both locations include interesting exhibits and artifacts<br />
related to <strong>the</strong> history and culture <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Islands</strong>.<br />
Visit our gift shops for souvenirs, history books, and<br />
locally made products such as baskets, jewelry, salt<br />
products, and more.<br />
Days and times <strong>of</strong> operation are subject to change so<br />
please check our website or email us for updated information:<br />
www.tcmuseum.org<br />
info@tcmuseum.org<br />
Story & Photos By Museum Manager Lisa Talbot<br />
84 www.timespub.tc
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