The Red House

The Red House is the parliament building in downtown Port of Spain, featuring Beaux-Arts design that stretches 152 meters long and rises 34 meters high. Its white decorative plasterwork and blue interior ceiling give the structure a distinctive formal appearance.

The original building caught fire during the Water Riots of 1903 and was rebuilt, reopening in 1907 under Governor Sir Henry Moore Jackson. Workers painted it red in 1897 to commemorate Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee.

During the 2013 restoration, workers discovered remains of 60 First Peoples who lived on the island more than 1000 years before Columbus arrived.

You can view the exterior architecture and grounds, though access to the interior may depend on parliamentary schedules and official policies. It is best to check ahead for visiting guidelines and respect any restrictions in place.

During restoration work in 2013, workers found remains of around 60 First Peoples who lived on the island more than 1000 years before Columbus arrived. These discoveries revealed that the land held significance for early inhabitants long before becoming a seat of government.

Location: Downtown Port of Spain

Location: Port of Spain

Inception: 1907

Architectural style: Beaux-Arts

Height: 34 m

Length: 152 m

Address: Abercromby Street

Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 08:00-16:00

Phone: +18686247275

Website: http://ttparliament.org

GPS coordinates: 10.65306,-61.51167

Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:04