We conduct cultural research on African retention in Jamaica and the Caribbean.
31/03/2025
What connects African-Jamaican religious practices, lottery scamming, and dancehall?
Join us for a thought-provoking session in our Curating Culture seminar series as we critically analyze these aspects of Jamaican society.
📅 Thursday, April 3, 2025
⏰ 2:00 p.m.
📍 LIVE on YouTube:
Led by Abigail Williams, Education Outreach Officer, this discussion will challenge perspectives and spark meaningful conversations. Don’t miss it!
🚨 NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🚨
🎬 Curating Culture: Male Fashion in Jamaican Dancehall Culture 👕💥
From Clarks to custom suits, mesh marinas to name-brand fits—male fashion has always been a statement in dancehall! But what influences the style, and how has it evolved over the years?
📺 Premieres tomorrow at 2 PM on YouTube! Don’t miss it—set your reminders now! 🔔🔥
09/12/2024
🌿 Dr. Teresa Rodriguez-Moodie, CEO of JET, and ACIJ/JMB’s Marsha Hall come together to emphasize the importance of preserving Jamaica’s ecosystem and natural heritage. 🌎💚
09/12/2024
🎥 Join us for a powerful film screening of Saturio, El Último Fusilado (Saturio, The Last Executed) on December 10, 2024, at 10 a.m., hosted by the ACIJ/JMB in collaboration with the Colombian Embassy in Jamaica.
📍 Venue: ACIJ/JMB, 12 Ocean Boulevard, Kingston.
Dive into the legacy of Afro-descendant activism, justice, and the abolition of the death penalty in Colombia. Don’t miss this chance to explore critical discussions on history, discrimination, and reparations in Latin America.
21/11/2024
🌟 On National Storytelling Day, NTUKUMA brought the magic of storytelling to life with the Ananse Sound Splash under the theme ‘Find Ananse, Discover Jamaica.’ 🕊️✨ We were honored to collaborate and celebrate the vibrant stories that define our cultural heritage. Thank you to everyone who came out to support!
✨ Exciting News! ✨
Jamaica’s Revival Pilgrimage to Watt Town has been officially inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity! 🎉 This incredible achievement celebrates the Revivalist tradition and its deep roots in Jamaican culture and heritage.
The African Caribbean Institute of Jamaica/Jamaica Memory Bank (ACIJ/JMB) is proud to have worked alongside the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment, and Sport to bring this recognition to life. Special thanks to Minister Olivia Grange and the Revivalist community for their invaluable support. 🇯🇲
08/11/2024
Highlights from the NCMC Youth Forum at Caenwood Centre! Dr. Kirt Henry, Director of the African Caribbean Institute of Jamaica, and NCMC Chairperson Nicole Patrick-Shaw led meaningful discussions alongside NCMC Patron Douglas Orane, JN Ambassador Bradwell McLeod, and Jamaica College student Lejoux Choung. Together, inspiring the next generation!
Our latest episode of Curating Culture is available now on YouTube!
SUGAR: THE BITTERSWEET TASTE OF PAST AND PRESENT
This concise journey delves into the significant influence of Jamaica’s sugar industry, highlighting its deep-rooted impact on society through historical artifacts, personal correspondences, and research.
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Or use this link: https://youtu.be/vtfOQOl5ZQ0
29/10/2024
🎉 Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. The Hon. Olive Lewin! 🎶✨ Immerse yourself in her incredible contributions to Jamaican music and folklore at our special exhibition and lively conversation.
📅 Date: October 29, 2024
📍 Location: 8 Hillcrest Avenue, Kingston 6
⏰ Showtime: 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Let’s honor a true cultural icon together! Don’t miss this night of history, heritage, and inspiration. 🇯🇲 a
| Monday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 16:00 |