The National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago is hosting tours of prominent cemeteries in Port of Spain and San Fernando next month.
History buffs and other interested persons are invited to attend the next meeting Graveyard Chronicles Tour: Tales of the Dead Editionfor the regular amount of 75 TT$ for members of the National Fund and 125 TT$ for non-members.
“Although the cemetery is a scary place, it is one of the most valuable places in our country. It is important to remember those who are long gone. Those who have lived their lives, left their legacy and are now at peace,” the National Trust said in a statement about the Cemetery Chronicles Tours.
The National Trust says that in September, these tours will explore popular cemeteries in Port of Spain and San Fernando.
The Trust says that on Saturday 3 and Saturday 17 September, the Lapeyrouse Cemetery Tour will tell the stories behind the people buried at the Port of Spain landmark.
“This cemetery is the final resting place of loved ones, prominent figures of our past, infants and cholera victims who were buried without a name,” the National Trust notes in its release. Generations of history, sadness, mourning, grief, pride, all collide within this cemetery.
Image courtesy of the National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago.
According to the Trust, Paradise Cemetery in San Fernando captures the essence of the southern city, telling the stories of its rise, its challenges and its past glories.
“This tour aims to show it all and reveal a lot about the economy, culture and society of San Fernando. It also includes some stories from remote areas like Fyzabad, Piparo, the ancestral village and more,” says the Trust.
The Paradise Cemetery Tour in San Fernando will take place on Saturday September 10 and participants are invited to discover “all the hidden and buried stories”.
People wishing to take part in the Cemetery Chronicle Tour can call the National Trust at 225-4750 between 9am and 4pm, Monday to Friday. They can also visit the Trust’s website for more information or to book quickly and easily online, at
https://nationaltrust.tt/
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About the National Trust
The National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago was established by Act 11 of 1991 and amended by Act No. 31 of 1999. The trust is established for:
● Identify built and natural properties and places of interest
● Officially list properties and sites important to our national heritage to prevent destruction or ensure discussion before agreed modification.
● To ensure access and enjoyment of properties of interest by the public
● Encourage research and obtain information on properties of interest and historical artifacts
● Conduct education and awareness campaigns to ensure general acceptance of Trinidad and Tobago’s rich and diverse heritage
