Castellani House, Guyana

Castellani House is an art museum housed in a three-story wooden structure with broad roof overhangs and rotating louvered windows designed for tropical ventilation. The distinctive building with its prominent tower occupies the corner of Vlissengen Road and Homestretch Avenue.

The residence was designed between 1879 and 1882 by architect Cesar Castellani for Government Botanist George Samuel Jenman during the colonial period. It later served multiple purposes before being converted into the national art gallery.

The building showcases works by artists from Guyana and reflects the country's artistic development over time. Visitors see how local creators express their perspectives through painting, sculpture, and other media found in these rooms.

The museum displays rotating exhibitions of local artwork and educational programs throughout the year for visitors interested in regional art. The building's location near Bourda district makes it accessible for exploration on foot.

The building once served as a botanical residence, then as agricultural offices, and later as the prime minister's home before becoming an art museum. This layered past shows how single structures can change purpose while remaining central to community life.

Location: Georgetown

Inception: 1882

Official opening: 1993

GPS coordinates: 6.80604,-58.14992

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:02