• Opened: July 31, 2002, on the eve of Emancipation Day

• Purpose: Created to commemorate the abolition of slavery in the British Empire and to provide a space for reflection and leisure .

• Features:

  • The "Redemption Song" sculpture by Laura Facey, depicting a male and female figure gazing upward, symbolizes the triumph over slavery .

  • Adinkra symbols throughout the park honor African heritage.

• Location: Oxford Road and Knutsford Boulevard, New Kingston

• Cultural Role: Serves as a venue for cultural events and a symbol of national pride.

Kingston Dub Club is a renowned cultural venue in Jamaica, celebrated for its authentic roots reggae and dub music sessions. Located on Skyline Drive in the hills of Jacks Hill, St. Andrew, it offers panoramic views of Kingston, creating a unique ambiance for music enthusiasts.

Established in 2011 by Gabre Selassie, the club operates from his residence and serves as a hub for reggae revival and Rastafarian culture. Every Sunday evening, from 5 p.m. to midnight, the venue hosts gatherings featuring 100% undiluted roots, rockers, reggae, and dub music, attracting both locals and tourists seeking an immersive Jamaican musical experience. 

Kingston Dub Club is more than just a music venue; it's a spiritual and cultural gathering place. The atmosphere is enriched by colorful murals and lush surroundings, reflecting the Rastafarian ethos of peace and unity. As artist Samory I describes, it's "beautiful and serene, like nothing you've ever seen before until you've been there."

For those interested in experiencing the heartbeat of Jamaica's reggae scene, Kingston Dub Club stands as a testament to the island's rich musical heritage and vibrant community spirit

National Heroes Park in Kingston, Jamaica, is the country's largest open space, covering approximately 50 acres. Established in 1783 as the Kingston Race Course, it was later renamed King George VI Memorial Park before adopting its current name following Jamaica's independence in 1962. 

The park serves as a national shrine, housing the burial sites of several of Jamaica's National Heroes, including Marcus Garvey, Paul Bogle, George William Gordon, and Nanny of the Maroons. It also contains monuments honoring other prominent figures such as Sir Alexander Bustamante, Norman Manley, and Michael Manley. 

A notable feature within the park is the Jamaica War Memorial, a cenotaph dedicated to Jamaicans who lost their lives during World Wars I and II. Originally erected in 1922 on Church Street, it was relocated to the park in 1953. 

In addition to its historical significance, National Heroes Park is a venue for cultural events and ceremonies. It hosted the "Smile Jamaica" concert in 1976, where Bob Marley performed shortly after surviving an assassination attempt. 

One of Jamaica’s most celebrated historic landmarks, the Devon House Mansion is the architectural dream of Jamaica’s first black millionaire, George Stiebel. Having gained his wealth from gold mining in South America, Stiebel was among three wealthy Jamaicans who constructed elaborate homes during the late 19th century at the corner of Trafalgar Road and Hope Road. This corner fittingly became known as the Millionaire’s Corner.  

The Devon House mansion is a beautiful blend of Caribbean and Georgian architecture, furnished with an expertly curated collection of Jamaican, English and French antique pieces and reproductions.  The Mansion overlooks a vast expanse of perfectly manicured and lush, green lawns. Stiebel’s legacy lives on with the beautifully maintained Devon House, which was declared a national monument in 1990 by the Jamaica National Heritage Trust. This was done under the instructions of the Rt. Hon. Edward Seaga, who was then Minister of Development and Welfare with responsibility for cultural affairs, and later Prime Minister of Jamaica.​

Devon House has since evolved from being home of Jamaica’s first black millionaire, George Stiebel, to being synonymous with fun, family entertainment and recreation in Kingston, where guests can tour, shop, dine and relax located at 26 Hope Road, in Kingston.

Key Info:

• Dedicated by: The Right Honorable Edward George Seaga in 1990.
• Location: Kingston, Jamaica

• Type: Historic home turned into tourist attraction and recreational purposes.

Tour:

• Guided tours available daily (except Sundays and some holidays)

• Last about 40 minutes

​It is one of Jamaica's favorite places for an historic tour or a day of relaxation and fun.