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The National Museum and Art Gallery
The National Museum and Art Gallery of Trinidad and Tobago is the country's most important museum. It displays depictions of national festivals, Carnival, life during the World War II and artifacts from the country's earliest settlers, the Amerindians. There are also displays by leading local and international artists. The museum was established in 1892 and was originally called the Royal Victoria Institute, as it was built as part of the preparation for Queen Victoria's jubilee.
Opening Times
The National Museum and Art Gallery is open to the public Tuesday- Saturday 10:00am to 6:00pm. Parking is available.
Other Museums
The National Museum has two smaller branch museums. Fort San Andres is located on South Quay, opposite City Gate in Port of Spain, and is open 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Tuesday to Friday, except public holidays. The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service Museum is located at the Old Police Headquarters on St. Vincent Street in Port of Spain, and is open 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, Tuesday and Saturday, except public holidays.
Where can I find more information?
The National Museum and Art Gallery
117 Frederick Street
Port of Spain
Trinidad, West Indies
Tel. (868) 623-0339, 623-5941 or 624-6477
E-mail: nationalmuseum@nmag.gov.tt