As we look forward to the new experiences 2023 has to offer, we invite you to reflect with us on 2022. Here at the Exchange Museum, similar to many other businesses in Barbados, we slowly made a comeback from the setbacks of the COVID-19 outbreaks…
Did you know that the legend of moving coffins in Barbados was not only linked to the Chase Vault at Christ Church Parish Church? The vault of Alexander Irvine, located in the St Michael’s Cathedral Churchyard is also said to be surrounded by a similar…
The Exchange Museum held its first-ever Culture Fair on Saturday, August 27th 2022. There was plenty to see and experience and it was a wonderful day out for the family.
Coupled with our guided tours which explained the history of currency, trade, business and education in…
There is so much to see at The Exchange Interactive Centre, especially in our 18th-century classroom exhibition. In this gallery, you will find the portrait of Abel Hendy Jones Greenidge a former student of Harrison College who was said to be the greatest classical scholar…
The Summer vacation is rapidly approaching and with that, you may be on the lookout for some exciting family fun activities. Well, look no further! The Exchange Interactive Centre is a museum centrally located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Historic Bridgetown and its…
Have you ever passed this building in the courtyard of the Central Bank of Barbados and wondered what it was? Allow us to give you a brief introduction into the building which houses the interactive galleries of the Exchange Interactive Centre.
Constructed in the 18th century…
Rachel Pringle caricature
Most Barbadians have heard about Rachel Pringle at some point in their lives. Although the most important details about her life are usually left out, we all know the concept and reason behind her success. She was one of the earlier successful enslaved…
