Gallery of Caribbean Art

Key facts: St. Peter · Free · Monday 10AM-4PM, Tuesday 10AM-4PM, Wednesday 10AM-4PM, Thursday 10AM-4PM, Friday 10AM-4PM, Saturday 10AM-2PM · Ages: all

The Gallery of Caribbean Art is a commercial gallery in Speightstown, St. Peter, Barbados, exhibiting and selling contemporary paintings, sculptures, and works on paper by Caribbean artists. It is the most significant gallery of its kind in Barbados.

The Gallery of Caribbean Art is located in the historic town of Speightstown in the parish of St. Peter, and is the primary exhibition and sales gallery for contemporary Caribbean art in Barbados. The gallery represents artists from across the Caribbean, with a particular focus on Barbadian painters and sculptors working in a range of contemporary styles. The gallery occupies a space in the Speightstown town centre and is a draw for collectors and visitors interested in Caribbean visual art.

Why Families Go

The Gallery of Caribbean Art is a stop for families with an interest in art, particularly those who want to support a Caribbean artist or bring home original work from the island. The quality of the work is high and the gallery staff are knowledgeable about the artists represented. Older children and teenagers with an interest in art will find it engaging.

What to Know Before You Go

Located in Speightstown, St. Peter. Hours vary; contact the gallery in advance. Free to browse.

Family Fit

Best for art-interested families with older children. A pleasant addition to a Speightstown visit.

Questions parents ask

Where is the Gallery of Caribbean Art?

In Speightstown, St. Peter, in the north of Barbados.

What does it show?

Contemporary paintings, sculptures, and works on paper by Caribbean artists, with a focus on Barbadian work.

Is it free to browse?

Yes. Entry to browse the gallery is free. Works are for sale.

Is it suitable for children?

Best for older children and teenagers with an interest in art.

What else is in Speightstown?

Arlington House Museum, the Speightstown Mural, the waterfront Esplanade, and local dining are all in the same town.

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