National Museum of Saint Kitts explained

The National Museum of Saint Kitts is a museum in Basseterre, Saint George Basseterre Parish, Saint Kitts and Nevis. It is run by the St. Christopher National Trust.

History

The current museum building was originally constructed as Treasury Building in 1894.^[1] It was once used as the entry port from the nearby pier.^[2] In 1996, the treasury moved to a new building.^[3] In 2002, the museum was finally opened.^[4]

Geology

The museum building once stood at the waterfront south of Saint Kitts Island facing the Basseterre Bay. Now the area south of the building has been reclaimed.^[3]

Architecture

The museum spans over an area of 900 m².^[3]

Exhibitions

The museum showcases the culture and heritage of Saint Kitts and Nevis.

See also

• List of museums in Saint Kitts and Nevis

Notes and References

1. Web site: National Museum in Basseterre, St Kitts & Nevis. Lonely. Planet. 18 April 2018.
2. Web site: Top 10 attractions in St Kitts. Judith. Baker. 1 October 2013. the Guardian. 18 April 2018.
3. Web site: The National Museum. Historic St. Kitts. 6 May 2022.
4. Web site: National Museum. 18 April 2018. https://web.archive.org/web/20190317154812/http://www.stkittsheritage.com/?page_id=462. 17 March 2019. dead.