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Tour to observe arrival of enslavement ship

A walking tour will be offered tomorrow for a special edition of the Department of Culture’s Creatives Live! series.

They Arrive: Remembering the Enterprise (and Other Stories) was curated by writer and business owner Kristin White and will run from noon until 2.30pm.

The tour will “explore acts of rebellion and resistance throughout Bermuda’s rich history”, a spokeswoman for the culture department said.

She added: “The tour will begin at Barr’s Bay Park and continue through various key sites in the City.

“Attendees will engage with local guides, artists and activists who will bring the island’s past to life through powerful storytelling, performances and readings.”

The free event will take place 190 years after a storm caused the Enterprise to wind up in Hamilton Harbour.

The ship was sailing between Virginia and South Carolina, carrying 78 enslaved people, who were granted automatic emancipation in Bermuda — all but six accepted their freedom.

Tour participants will interact with guides, artists and activists throughout the City.

The statue We Arrive in Barr’s Bay Park commemorates the arrival of 78 enslaved people on the Enterprise in 1835 (Photograph by Akil Simmons)

Owen Darrell, the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport, called the arrival of the Enterprise a “significant moment in Bermuda’s history that underscores the enduring spirit of those who fought against oppression”.

He added: “This tour is a chance for us to reflect on the resilience and courage of those who came before us.

“By walking these historic paths and hearing these stories, we honour their legacy and deepen our understanding of Bermuda’s history.

“I encourage everyone to take part in this meaningful experience.”

Visitculture.bm or call 292-1681 for more information

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Published February 10, 2025 at 11:58 am (Updated February 10, 2025 at 5:55 pm)

Tour to observe arrival of enslavement ship

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