Museum of Antigua and Barbuda

The Museum of Antigua and Barbuda is housed in a historic courthouse building in Saint John and displays archaeological finds, sugar plantation models, and indigenous artifacts. The building preserves collections that document the island's past.

The building was constructed in 1747 as a courthouse and remains the oldest still-used structure in Saint John. This long history makes it an important witness to the island's colonial past.

The museum displays a full-size recreation of an Arawak dwelling and pre-Columbian pottery that reflects how the island's first people lived. These exhibits help visitors understand the roots of Caribbean island life.

The museum has a research library with historical documents, maps, and photographs available to visitors. These resources allow those interested to explore Caribbean history in greater depth.

Four preserved sugar rail locomotives sit on the grounds, including Marion, a Kerr Stuart steam engine from 1911. These rare machines show the industrial past of sugar production on the island.

Location: Saint John

GPS coordinates: 17.12222,-61.84390

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:40