Hibbert House, also known as Headquarters House, is the home of the Jamaica National Heritage Trust (JNHT). It was built in 1755 by Thomas Hibbert, a wealthy English Merchant. Its story, including its possible use to auction newly arrived enslaved people, is told… Continue Reading
One of Spanish Town’s principal historic houses, it is now a depressing sight. From being more or less intact in around 2000, and despite being leased by the Jamaica National Heritage Trust (JNHT), the house is now largely ruined with… Continue Reading
The original Church was destroyed by the great earthquake of 1692 in Port Royal. A second Church which was constructed shortly after, was destroyed by fire in 1703. A plaque outside the vestry records that it was rebuilt between 1725-1726.… Continue Reading
At the eastern end of the town, where the old coaling wharves once were, the Port Authority of Jamaica is building a new floating pier and port facility to take cruise ships. The FGSJ feels that the new port design… Continue Reading
A symposium exploring the development of a brickworks in Jamaica and associated matters was organised by the FGSJ. The symposium took place on 9th March during the FGSJ’s visit to Jamaica. [For information about assistance given to other buildings see… Continue Reading
The Friends of the Georgian Society of Jamaica is a charity registered in the UK, no. 1074915.
It is a company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales, no. 3447992
