National Museum of Grenada

The National Museum of Grenada is located in the center of St. Georges, in the building of old French barracks built in 1704. The museum exhibits historical artifacts and exhibits related to the state of Grenada. This is the past and present of the inhabitants. Their origin, customs and holidays, events that took place in their lives.

In 1880 it was used as a women’s prison. The National Museum of Grenada was opened to visitors in 1976. There are various exhibits of different times. These are pottery of Indian tribes who lived on the island, a collection of ancient ceramics, even a marble bath belonging to the Empress Josephine. Historical expositions telling about the history of the island, from the time of its discovery to the present day, are very interesting for acquaintance.

The museum has a hall where the exhibition of the famous drink of the island – rum. This strong drink has always been the hallmark of this region.