Hibbert/Headquarters House, Kingston

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 →

St Peter’s Church, Port Royal

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 →

‘Bricks and Mortar’ Symposium, Spanish Town

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 →