Heritage Museum of The Bahamas Guided Tour

On this guided tour of the Heritage Museum in the Bahamas, we'll explore the history of this Caribbean country.

Discover the history of the Bahamas

After meeting at the entrance to the Heritage Museum at the scheduled time, we will commence our guided tour lasting 45 minutes. We will uncover the history and heritage of the Bahamas during this journey.

Located in the historic Mountbatten House, the Heritage Museum of The Bahamas exhibits a collection primarily from Mr. Hamilton White, a notable British antiquities collector, including a 4.5 billion-year-old meteorite.

The tour will delve into the various historical periods of the Bahamas, starting with its geology and wildlife prior to Christopher Columbus's arrival. Discussions will include tales of hidden treasures, pirates, slavery, and sugar plantations. We will also examine the British colonization and the history of the British monarchy in the Bahamas, as well as its ongoing influence on the nation.