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Earth Day 2008 Natural History Division's Earth Day Essay, Poster and Photography Competition

ESSAY TOPICS: 1. Hydroelectric power is deemed a suitable solution to Jamaica’s energy crisis. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of such an alternative? 2. How does water affect health in Jamaica? Read more >>

:Sept. 16 - Dec. 31 2007:
Materialising Slavery: Art, Artefact, Memory and Identity to Open at the Institute of Jamaica

The Museums of History and Ethnography and the National Gallery of Jamaica will open the exhibition, “Materialising Slavery: Art, Artefact, Memory and Identity” on Sunday September 16, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. An exploration of the complex relationships between slavery, identity and belonging in contemporary Jamaica , Materialising Slavery: Art, Artefact, Memory and Identity examines the intersection of slavery, history, trauma, memory and representation.

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Children of Moore Town showcase aspects of the Maroon dance tradition Dance! Dance! Children of Moore Town showcase aspects of the Maroon dance tradition dance moves acquired through participation in the different workshops hosted by the ACIJ and UNESCO. more >>
A group of children performing their poem about wetlands Highlights of the World Wetlands Day February 2, 2008 more >>
An elated Heather Goldson, (right) Vice President, Marketing at the Bank of Nova Scotia, views with admiration the "Quake" mystique mug, presented by Mr. Vivian Crawford, Executive Director of the Institute of Jamaica. Quake Memorabilia Mugs Presented to Bank of Nova Scotia more >>

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