National Heroes Day 2024 is acknowledging and celebrating "Cultural Artists and Creatives", individuals and groups who have demonstrated excellence through their artistic and creative work.These are Cultural Artists and Creatives whose work strictly aims to integrate, preserve, bring awareness and educate on the culture and heritage of the Cayman Islands.
The Tropical Storm Warning for Grand Cayman has been discontinued. Here''s what you need to know: đ Current Status (as of 5 PM today): â˘â â Tropical Storm Helene is 218 miles west of Grand Cayman and
The Cayman Islands coat of arms consists of a shield, a crested help and the national motto. The three green stars set within the shield represent the Islands. The stars rest on blue and white wavy bands representing the sea.
This page contains a national calendar of all 2025 public holidays for Cayman Islands. These dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check back regularly for updates. Date Day Holiday; 1 Jan: Wed: New Year''s Day: 27 Jan: Mon: National Heroes Day: 5 Mar: Wed: Ash Wednesday: 18 Apr: Fri: Good Friday: 21 Apr: Mon: Easter
Former Legislator and Father of the House longest-serving representative in the Legislative Assembly, having held his seat for 55 years Mr. Willie was also the first elected member to be responsible for finance. establishment of what is today the John Gray High School founding member of the Christian Democratic Party He was also a founding member of Cayman
In the 1670 Treaty of Madrid, England took formal control of both Jamaica and The Cayman Islands, and both remain territories of Britain today. A permanent settlement began there somewhere in the 1730''s, and almost
(CNS): As the architect of the National Heroes programme that recognises those who have made a significant contribution to the development of the islands, the premier has announced five new National Heroes.McKeeva Bush said the committee had agreed that the late William Farrington, a former West Bay legislator; Desmond V. Watler, Cayman''s first chief
The National Gallery Cayman Islands (NGCI) is an inclusive gathering place which honours our artistic heritage, celebrates art and seeks to provide inspiring learning experiences for all of our diverse public. The National Gallery is the country''s leading public visual arts organisation committed to collecting and exhibiting works of art and providing innovative and creative
This promise of capturing Spanish treasure ships on their way home from the Caribbean soon attracted the attention of a motley crowd of buccaneers, pirates and freebooters. The ''Golden Age'' of piracy spanned from
Cayman''s national song, "Beloved Isle Cayman", was written by the late Mrs. Leila Ross Shier in 1930. Regarded as the unofficial national song for many years, it became the official national song when the Cayman Islands Coat of Arms, Flag and National Song Law was passed in 1993.
Regarded as the unofficial national song for many years, it became the official national song when the Cayman Islands Coat of Arms, Flag and National Song Law was passed in 1993. Coat of Arms. The Cayman Islands coat of arms consists of a shield, a crested help and the national motto. The three green stars set within the shield represent the
District heritage committees from throughout the Cayman Islands hosted multiple displays of traditional crafts, food and art for the public to enjoy. Emcees Jevaughnie "Jevy" Ebanks and Mona Lisa Meade guided the audience through a high-energy programme, featuring performances by Cayman''s best in music, dance and drama.
Hannah was born and grew up in the Cayman Islands. She owes her life to research, but she struggles daily with the permanent physical, emotional, and cognitive disabilities caused by her cancer. The Meeson family''s nightmare began with a visit to the pediatrician in Georgetown, Grand Cayman to discuss Hannah''s serious balance issues. Within a
The Cayman Islands National Heroes Day celebration is a time to honour and remember the heroes who have shaped the future of our country. It is a day to come together and celebrate the sacrifices
Lithium-ion-powered vessels and toys are increasing their market share year on year, with one recent study forecasting market growth of $100 million today and $1.4 billion by 2030. Charlie Mumford, from the Cayman Islands Shipping Registry, reported that although they have seen exponential growth in the use of toys with lithium-ion
One of the founding fathers of our nation He was the only dentist in Cayman at the time. One of his most significant achievements was to help bring free education to the Cayman Islands by introducing the Compulsory Free Education Bill, which passed in 1921. was also part of the Caymanian leadership which opposed joining the affiliated West Indies Federation in 1957 is
The Honourable Sybil Ione McLaughlin, MBE, JP was a beloved and active member of society, and a role model for many Caymanians. Mrs. Sybil, as she was affectionately called, was named a national hero in 1996 for her invaluable contributions to Cayman''s parliamentary development, as well as to community life.
TEach year on National Heroes Day, the Cayman Islands honours residents who have made valuable contributions to our nation while remembering our National Heroes. The theme for National Heroes Day (NHD) 2025 is Celebrating the Icons of Business and Entrepreneurship : A Tribute to Caymanian Business Ingenuity, Creativity, Successes, Hard
The Caymans are comprised of three islandsâGrand Cayman, Little Cayman, and Cayman Brac. The islands are the peaks of several underwater mountains in the Cayman Ridge. There is little, if any, proof of indigenous people on the islands, and they were mainly uninhabited prior to the 17th Century.
