Rebuilding History: Carriacou Museum Rises Again

The winds of Hurricane Beryl may have shaken the foundations of our beloved Carriacou Museum, but they did not erase its spirit. Today, we’re excited to share a powerful update on the journey to restore this vital cultural space — a journey rooted in memory, resilience, and vision.

Majella Mark, with support from museum personnel, is spearheading the rebuilding effort. Known for documenting Caribbean life and leading community-based cultural initiatives, Majella urgently and carefully pushes momentum for the museum’s restoration. Her leadership ensures that this effort goes far beyond construction—it’s about preserving the soul of Carriacou through story, artifact, and community engagement.

✏️ Blueprints in Hand: The Future Takes Shape

We’re thrilled to announce that Erik Johnson, principal architect at Atlantic Partnership Architects in Grenada, has completed the architectural blueprints for the new museum. His design honors the essence of the original museum while integrating modern elements that ensure durability, accessibility, and hurricane resilience.

In the coming days, we’ll share a 3D rendering of the new Carriacou Museum—a visual reminder that history, when held close and cared for, can be reborn.

Model design by Erik Johnson

💪 What Comes Next

The project is now in its active fundraising phase to cover:

• Structural reconstruction of the museum building

• Artifact recovery and preservation

• Volunteer training for local community members

• Archiving and digitizing Carriacou’s cultural materials

• Operations of the museum

This museum is not just a building. It is a beacon for Carriacou’s stories, a classroom for future generations, and a memory home.

🌍 How You Can Help

Whether you’re from the island, part of the diaspora, or a friend of Caribbean culture, your support matters. Donations, partnerships, and resource-sharing are all welcome. Every contribution is a step toward safeguarding the heritage of this small but mighty island.

Stay tuned for more updates, including behind-the-scenes glimpses of volunteer training, artifact restoration, and — of course — the unveiling of the final building design.