Institute of Jamaica

Not as good as National Gallery

This small museum has three rooms, focusing on Taino history, African roots, and assorted foreign artifacts found in Jamaica. Admission JA$600pp. Tour guide is good. The Taino history is the most uniq...

Excellent collection of Jamaican historical documents

The Institute of Jamaica is well worth the visit if one is interested in the history of the country. There are helpful personel on duty who can help with your visit.

Abebe was great

The tour with Abebe was excellent!! You can get a certain idea of Jamaica’s history and evolution of the culture. Perfect to start your trip around Jamaica.

Interesting

The Institute of Jamaica is an interesting place to visit. A beautiful building however the displays are small and not very outstanding. An infusion of funding and improved display areas would help.

Institute of Jamaica | One of Jamaica's premiere homes for culture and heritage

The various exhibition spaces across the 5 divisions and 2 departments are quite informative and enlightening for locals and foreigners alike. Spaces available at IOJ on East Street (to date) are: -...