Ins & Outs Tip Clifton Hall Great House, St. John, the home of Massimo and Karen Franchi, was a BNT Open House in 2014. It is now available for events and private tours by appointment. info@cliftonhallgreathouse.com Tel: (246) 240-5198 www.cliftonhallgreathouse.com
Barbados National Trust Open House Programme The Open House Programme is a winter season tradition presented by the Barbados National Trust on Wednesdays from January to April each year. The Barbados National Trust was founded in 1961 to preserve the unique heritage of Barbados - be it historic buildings, places of natural beauty or our flora and fauna. The programme features some of the island’s most historic and elegant private homes, opened one day a year with the generous permission of the owners. Locals and visitors alike are allowed access to some of the island’s most beautiful houses enabling them to discover more about our island’s diverse history and architecture. From stately old plantation houses rich with centuries of history, to the newer, more luxurious Bajan-style villas. The grounds and gardens are included in the attraction.
You will also find crafts people with a selection of interesting items for sale, including books. Refreshments are also served, so you can either sip your rum punch or enjoy a cup of tea in spectacular tropical surroundings. In addition, the Trust provides historical and architectural information to take home at no additional cost. Arrive at 2pm for the tour and then sit to enjoy your tea and listen to the lectures which start at approximately 3:15pm. by Professor Henry Fraser, a past president of the Barbados National Trust and the author of ‘Historic Houses of Barbados’ and ‘Treasures of Barbados’, and Dr. Karl Watson, the Trust’s current president and the editor of the journal of the Barbados Museum & Historical Society. There is always excellent parking, and if the house is some distance away, a shuttle service is also available.
Open Houses confirmed up to press time: • Codrington College, St. John • Hopefield Manor Christ Church • St Lucy’s Rectory & Church • Pandanus, Mullins, St. Peter • Ben-Mar, Pine Hill, St. Michael - Home of the British High Commissioner • Chimborazo Great House, St. Joseph (pre-sold tickets only) For further information call The Barbados National Trust at (246) 426-2421 or email: natrust@caribsurf.com www.barbadosnationaltrust.org
62 Events Calendar 2015 - Open Houses