Curator at Heritage Collection, Anguilla Attractions

Curator at Heritage Collection, Anguilla

Anguilla Attractions

Heritage Collection
A small museum covering the history of Anguilla with a fine collection of historical artifacts from Anguilla’s Revolution vs. the island of St. Kitts. Other artifacts come from ancient Arawak Indian settlements. In a nice touch, there’s an onsite historian who has written books on Anguilla’s history.
PHONE: 1+ 264-497-8737

Wallblake House
Opened in 1787, the house is the only surviving plantation house on Anguilla and one of the few plantation houses in the Caribbean where the entire complex of buildings including the kitchen, stable and workers’ quarters have survived intact. Wallblake House Trust is maintaining the complex for cultural, social, and educational events.
DAYS & HOURS: Tuesday and Friday 10a-Noon
WEBSITE: http://www.wallblake.ai/index.html

Warden’s Place
Former sugar plantation that now has KoalKeel restaurant and a sumptuous bakery upstairs; for many years it was the official residence of the island’s chief administrator.
PHONE: 1+ 264-497-2930
WEBSITE: http://www.koalkeel.com

Old Salt Factory and Pumphouse
The Old Salt Factory at Sandy Ground is a reminder of a time gone by; the tour takes visitors through the Pumphouse and explains how the mining of the adjacent salt pond was carried out from both a mechanical and human viewpoint; salt was picked from the pond flats, carried and stored for exportation; also features a bistro and Stone Cellar Gallery.
DAYS & HOURS: Thursday tours at 10a by appt
PHONE: 1+ 264-497-2711
WEBSITE: http://www.oldfactory-anguilla.ai

Art Café
Browse international contemporary art while savoring light meals at the café; located in the Coconut Paradise Building, Island Harbour, the Art Café is owned and curated by artist Janus Pavluk.
PHONE: 1+ 264-235-8595

Cheddie’s Carving Studio
Cheddie Richardson, an acclaimed wood sculptor, works in mahogany, walnut, and especially driftwood; his creations portray birds, dolphins, fish, and humans, and some pieces have been cast in bronze, supervised by the artist himself; one of a kind driftwood tables are breathtaking in their form and scope; located along Albert Hughes Drive.
PHONE: 1+ 264-497-6027
WEBSITE: http://www.cheddieonline.com

Devonish Art Gallery
Internationally acclaimed sculptor Courtney Devonish creates sensual wood and ceramics sculptures in his own gallery on Albert Hughes Drive near West End Road; in addition to beaded jewelry by Courtney’s wife, Carrolle Devonish, the gallery displays other works by local, Caribbean and international artists.
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sat 9a-5p
PHONE: 1+264-497-2949

Estate Hope Art Studio
Overlooks Crocus Bay and features fine textile art by Carol Richardson; handmade quilts, wall hangings, and handbags each display unique character pleasing to the eye and touch; a small collection of paintings are also available for purchase.
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sat 10a-6p
PHONE: 1+ 264-497-8733

Lynne Bernbaum Art Studio
Explores the geometry of nature in her fine art that is inspired by her surroundings on her island home of Anguilla; overlaying the elements of pattern, subject, color palette, and composition with a refined style and a whimsical seriousness, she achieves startling and graphically compelling results in her paintings; located in George Hill Landing.
DAYS: Mon-Sat, by appt only
PHONE: 1+ 264-497-5211

WEBSITE: http://www.lynnebernbaum.com

Savannah Gallery
Housed in the historic Rose Cottage in the Lower Valley, the Savannah Gallery showcases contemporary Caribbean art including paintings, sculptures, crafts, and prints from throughout the Caribbean; the Gallery includes an extensive Haitian art collection and showcases an eclectic selection of art by resident artists; the diverse style and media reflect each artist’s love and passion for art and Anguilla.
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sat 10a-5p
PHONE: 1+ 264-497-2263
WEBSITE: http://
www.savannahgallery.com

Anguilla Arts and Crafts Gallery
offers private showings my good local artists, call to arrange.
PHONE: 1+ 264-476-3245


Anguilla Arts and Crafts Shop
Located in the Brooks and Son’s Commercial Complex, one can find a wide variety of locally-crafted souvenirs.
PHONE: 1+ 264-497-2200

World Art and Antiques Gallery
In West End presents ongoing thematic exhibitions that showcase precious antiques, exotic collectibles and furnishings from around the world for the casual to serious collector. Exotic jewelry, accessories and handicrafts make superb souvenirs; a reliable source of high-quality furniture and interior design accessories from around the world.
PHONE: 1+ 264-497-5950
WEBSITE: http://www.worldartandantiques.com

Temenos Golf Course
Designed by Greg Norman, is a 7,063–yard championship course with dramatic elevation changes and water features on 13 holes and Pro Shop; schedule a tee time before your trip.
PHONE: 1+264-498-5602

Anguilla Tennis Academy
Visitors can reserve court time at ATA in Blowing Point, a world-class facility, that also offers courts to the public; since the facility is often scheduled for classes and events, call ahead for reservations.
PHONE: 1+264-498-0697
WEBSITE: http://www.anguillatennis.com

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