National Trust (UK) publishes new survey report on links between historic places, colonialism and slavery Documenting these links is essential part of caring for and presenting properties in a historically responsible and academically robust way, says Trust. Research...
Independence Day Greetings from the Chairman
Chairman Margaret McDowall-Thompson Dear Members, As we celebrate our 58th year of Independence and get ready for the celebration of 44 years of Republican status, we must also note that the National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago is entering its 21st year of operation....
National Trust appoints new CEO
The Council of the National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Shamila Ramcharan as the new Chief Executive Officer of the National Trust. Ms. Ramcharan’s appointment is part of a key restructuring program for the National Trust...
Heritage Keepers and The Scout Association
Conducting Heritage Research at the National Library Train cleanup and beautification at the Divali Naggar Site In October 2019 the 4th Tunapuna Scout Group embarked on a journey with the National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago. The members of the scout group set out to...
Statement on Historic Statues and Monuments
The National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago is encouraged by the fact that so many citizens have been engaging in debates about Trinidad and Tobago’s heritage. We, its Council and staff have been listening carefully to the many comments and positions expressed and have...
Statement on the Sangre Grande Old Post Office
The National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago is incredibly pleased with the efforts of the Trinidad and Tobago Postal Corporation (TTPost) to clean up and protect the Sangre Grande Old Post Office. We would also like to take this opportunity to commend Chairman Anil...
Climate Change and Heritage Lecture with Morris Marty Hylton III
Morris Hylton and Ashleigh Morris-Heritage Preservation Officer on tour of Nelson Island Heritage site overlooking Caledonia island Morris Hilton - Director Historic Preservation Program speaking with guests at his presentation on using 3D Laser Scanning Technology to...
The Year 2019 in Review
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Reflection
National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago wins INTO Open Minds Award
CONGRATULATIONS ARE IN ORDER The International National Trusts Organisation (INTO) hosted its biennial conference in Bermuda; the 18th International Conference of National Trusts. The Heritage Keepers Programme by the National Trust of Trinidad and Tobago WON one of...
Notice of the Annual General Meeting 2018
Dear Members, I am pleased to submit our draft Strategic Plan for your review. You will note that we have not yet formatted it into the final document, complete with pictures etc. This will be done after the member’s review as we expect that there may be...
“T&T should keep finest examples of architecture”
On Monday April 18, 1966, the late Ethiopian emperor, Haile Selassie, stepped onto the tarmac at Piarco International Airport and was greeted by then prime minister Dr Eric Williams and members of his Cabinet.