Bermuda Museums


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Museums in Bermuda

History tells a story

No matter where you travel in Bermuda you are never too far from a museum. The island’s rich history is recorded in museums from St. George’s through the City of Hamilton and on to Somerset and Dockyard, highlighting everything from art, china, maps, paintings, carriages, stamps, maritime and underwater objects that highlight Bermuda’s turbulent seafaring days.

The Bermuda National Trust is a key player in the preservation of historic buildings, artifacts, and important gardens, parks and nature reserves. They offer guided tours as well as information to explore yourself. The Maritime Museum is another notable venue steeped in maritime history and a wealth of information in the Royal Naval Dockyard at the west end of the island. The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute focused on the understanding, appreciation and the knowledge of the ocean for the protection and preservation of the marine environment. The Bermuda National Gallery features historic European paintings, temporary exhibitions, art education and appreciation and entertainment.


Bermuda National Gallery
	Located on the second floor of the City Hall & Arts Centre in the heart of Hamilton, The Bermuda National Gallery is the home of the national art collection, showing both Bermuda and world art. The museum has a diverse collection and exhibition programme of past and present works by local and international artists that tells Bermuda’s history through its fine and decorative arts as well as reflecting Bermuda’s multicultural heritage. Open Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission free. Call 295-9428


Bermuda Historical Society Museum & the Origin of the "Stamp"
	“Par-La-Ville”, a Georgian style house built by William Perot in 1814, is located on the fringes of Par-La-Ville Park, which used to be their private garden. The immense rubber tree in front was planted in 1847. There are varied displays of artifacts from an era gone by – Bermuda cedar furniture, silver flatware, ceramics and glassware, as well as portraits and paintings. William’s son, William Bennet Perot lived on this property all his life and was the Postmaster of Hamilton for many years. The old Perot Post Office still is in existence today as an operating Post Office. Find out about how the first "Postmaster" stamp originated in 1848.


Bermuda Maritime Museum & Commissioner's House
	The Bermuda Maritime Museum comprises of many buildings with displays of information on navigation, whaling, treasures from the sea, coins and much more. The Ordinance Buildings are unique in design and fabrication. The COMMISSIONER'S HOUSE which is one of these buildings is believed to be the first building in the Dockyard, and the first cast-iron building of this size in the world. It was designed by Edward Hull, the Chief Architect of the Royal Navy, and the mansion gained international attention because of its prefabricated design. It stands on the highest point on the northeast end of Ireland Island offering magnificent views. In it's many rooms you will see exhibits of paintings, history of immigration of different nationalities and luxurios banquet rooms that may be hired out for special events. For more information call the Bermuda Maritime Museum 441-234-1333.


Bermuda National Trust Museum known as The Globe Hotel
	A visit to the Globe starts with a video programme 'Bermuda: Centre of the Atlantic' which uses rarely seen paintings and documents to tell the story of Bermuda and the forces which shaped her history. Also on display is a stunning model of the Sea Venture, the ship which brought the first accidental settlers to Bermuda. And there is an excellent Museum Shop! The structure was built by Govenor Samuel Day circa 1700. The Globe Hotel was the office of the Confederate agent, Major Norman Walker, during the American Civil War, and features the exhibit 'Rogues & Runners - Bermuda and the American Civil War'. This is a different angle on a major event in US history: the story of an island which made a small fortune from the blockade running trade.


Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute ~ BUEI
	Discover the mysteries of the ocean frontier. BUEI offers many underwater exhibits and interactive educational computer games. See Bermuda's oceans come to life! The Jack Lightbourne Shell collection is one of the world's most spectacular display of ocean mollusks. The Deep & Bioluminescence exhibit takes you on a 12,000 foot dive in a simulated submersible and the Treasure Room & Shipwreck Galley are facinating displays of Teddy Tucker's artifacts from his numerous dives around Bermuda. Underwater Bermuda allows you to try diving yourself!


Tucker House in St. George's
	Built in the 1750’s on Barber's Alley in St. George’s, the Tucker House, named for its inhabitants, the Tuckers who moved there in 1775. Henry Tucker, the President of the Governor’s Council(1775-1807), resided there with his family until 1809. A magnificent collection of Tucker family silver, china and crystal, antique English mahogany and Bermuda cedar furniture, family portraits by Blackburn, and exquisite hand-sewn quilts are just some of the treasures on view. The family’s connection with Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia is intriguing.


Verdmont
	Built in 1710 and preserved by the Bermuda National Trust, it is filled with antiques of the period, including Bermuda Cedar furniture, porcelain, art and beautiful gardens surrounding its Georgian architecture. It is open Tues - Sat from 10am-4pm.


Waterville
	Located at the Foot of the Lane on Hamilton Harbour, Waterville was built in 1725 by the Trimingham family and the site of the first Trimingham’s store in 1842. It is now the headquarters of the Bermuda National Trust. The reception rooms provide an interesting look into life in early Bermuda. The charming grounds include the Bermuda Rose Society’s showcase garden of old roses and the Mary-Jean Mitchell Green Memorial Garden and Gazebo. Waterville offers a quiet respite from our busy 21st century life. It is a favorable area for small outdoor events of 125 people or less.