Pedro St. James Castle, Historical building in Savannah, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands.
Pedro St. James Castle is a three-story limestone structure in Savannah with covered verandas and mahogany detailing in colonial design. The thick walls and timber framework show the building techniques and materials that were available to construct homes in this island setting.
The structure was built in 1780 by William Eden and served as the seat of the first elected parliament of the Cayman Islands. It was also where the proclamation ending slavery was announced in 1835.
The building is named after an early settler and displays furnishings and objects that show how families organized their daily lives in this period. You can see the practical tools and crafts that people relied on for survival in the islands.
The building is open to visitors during the day with guided tours available at regular intervals. You can explore the different rooms and exhibits at your own pace while knowledgeable guides are available to answer questions throughout the property.
A special exhibition area presents multimedia displays showing how natural events like hurricanes and fires have affected the building and the island over time. This presentation helps visitors understand the environmental challenges that shaped life on the islands throughout the centuries.
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