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 The BNG is on the second floor
of City Hall by pchamlis, 2 more photos
It's not a huge collection, but you'll find paintings by Rembrandt, sculpture by Rodin and several other 15th-16th century European masterpieces in the opening room, "The Hereward T. Watlington Room". There is a great painting of the American patriot Thomas Paine by George Romney (isn't one of his kin running for president these days?) on display as well.
In the Ondaatje Wing, there are paintings OF Bermuda done by artists from the time of settlement up through the modern era.
There is a separate "Bermuda Society of Arts Gallery" that is also worth a look-see. It's on the 2nd floor of the City Hall as well. They display and sell works by island artists. If you'd like to take home a nice painting of Bermuda, this is a good place to get something of good quality.
ADMISSION IS FREE on Sunday, and is $3 (I think) for adults on other days.
Hours are 10 am- 4 pm. Leave a Comment Address: City Hall, Hamilton (2nd floor)Phone: 441-295-9428Directions: On Church Street, about a block west of the Bermuda Cathedral. Church Street is 2 blocks north (away from the harbor) of Front Street/Pitts Bay Road.Website: www.bng.bm
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This facility is open year round with the exception of Christmas day. There is a restaurant (La Coquille)and gift shops. A great place for kids!! Prices were $9.75 for adults and $5.00 for children 7-16. Address: 40 Crow Lane HamiltonPhone: 441-292-7219
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The city of Hamilton does their thing in entertaining the cruise visitors on Wednesday night DURING THE SUMMER, via a party called "Harbour Nights". Basically, Front Street is closed throughout the harborfront area. Flea market vendors, selling artwork, island music, food and all sorts of other goodies, take over the downtown area. Later, there will be a visit from the local Gombay Dancers, who are doing a frenzied style of dancing unique to Bermuda. (See my separate Gombay Dancers tip). And, there's often an appearance by the Bermuda Regiment Band, resplendant in their bright red jacket and white pith helmets.
Hamilton's "Harbour Nights" celebration runs from 730 pm until 11 pm. And although Harbour Nights is cleared geared to welcome (and profit from) cruise ship passengers, the Hamilton celebration seems to get its share of locals who visit the markets...somewhat different, I'm told, than is the case out on the Dockyard Destination celebration on Tuesdays. Leave a Comment Directions: Front Street, along Hamilton Harbor
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Hamilton is pretty much the center of life for Bermuda. It's the seat of government, the nerve center for transportation, and the epicenter of the island's huge international business ventures. There are shops, a top-notch harbor, restaurants and just about anything else that a tourist visitor would enjoy... EXCEPT hotels. That's right, there are no hotels or b&bs within the limits of Hamilton. However, there are plenty within the surrounding Pembroke Parish areas, especially out Pitts Bay Road.
There are certainly other areas of Bermuda that you'll want to visit. But, unless you've holed up at a resort hotel, or are hanging close to your cruise ship, you'll spend plenty of time in Hamilton.
One other little note that you might find a little confusing. Bermuda has a Hamilton PARISH, but the CITY of Hamilton is not IN Hamilton PARISH. The city of Hamilton is in Pembroke Parish. Leave a Comment Address: On the harbor in Pembroke Parish
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The Bermuda Anglican Cathedral, over on (of course) Church Street, is one of Hamilton's most impressive buildings. The original cathedral on the site was built in 1844, but was apparently burned down by an arsonist. (THERE's someone who wants to take the express train to hell, eh?) The cathedral was reconstructed in 1894, in an imposing neo-Gothic style reminiscent of those in the "mother country". The Cathedral is contructed of native Bermuda limestone, and has an impressive array of stained glass windows.
There are, as in most cathedrals, various altars and remembrance areas of interest. I personally found the section honoring the various military regiments from Bermuda that served in the two World Wars moving. Bermuda clearly has a long and proud history in the British Empire and Commonwealth.
As are most churches in Bermuda, the cathedral is open to the public at most times. We visited, at least for a bit. It turns out that you need a bit of stamina for an extended visit, as there is no air-conditioning...or even fan cooling...within the cathedral. And considering Bermuda's subtropical and highly humid climate, being INSIDE is not for the faint of heart. It literally blows my mind to imagine sitting through an extended service wearing dress clothes. But, our hosts at the B&B in Hamilton insist that the place is packed every Sunday. Leave a Comment Address: Church Street, HamiltonPhone: 441-292-4033Directions: From Front Street, walk away from the harbor area to the north. When you reach Church Street, you should be able to see the cathedral from almost anywhere in downtown Hamilton proper.
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There are several nice little parks and greenspaces in downtown Hamilton. Some of them are actually private property, owned by the various insurance companies and banks populating the larger buildings in the city. (FWIW, you're generally welcome to walk through on the paths, and can also enjoy a few moments peace and quiet on a bench.)
Barrs Park is another peaceful spot to spend a few moments in Hamilton. A tidy little public park, Barrs is located right on the harbor, just west of the Royal Yacht Club. And, it's a great place for relaxing a bit ahead of evening drinks and dinner. My wife, daughter and I spent about 45 minutes relaxing on a bench beneath blessed (it was still sunny and hot) foliage in Barrs Park. Leave a Comment Address: On the harbor near Front Street/Yacht Club
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If you want to just watch the Bermudian people the faces, smiles and wonderful range of colors. Hamilton is a good spot to see people. Although it only has a permanent population of approximately 1,000 Hamilton is the only incorporated city in Bermuda. Hamilton is the center for many government functions banking and reinsurance so lots of folks pass thought Hamilton City and give you a great chance to be an observer.
Hamilton history began in 1790 when the Bermuda Government set aside 145 acres the seat of Bermuda government and incorporated in 1793 by an Act of Parliament. Leave a Comment Address: Hamilton CityPhone: 747 8411Directions: any street, Park or alley in Hamilton City
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Victoria is a public park that is opened daily to the public during day light hours. It is widely used as an entertainment venue for free concerts and the like. It features a sunken garden, ornamental shrubbery, and a Victorian bandstand. The 4 acre park was laid out in honor of Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee in 1887. Outdoor concerts are held here in summer. It has several species of endemic plants and another great place to people watch used by the folks working nearby to escape to. Leave a Comment Address: Victoria StreetDirections: Victoria Park is centrally located in Hamilton, Bermuda it is well on Victoria street and takes up a full block. Victoria Street, Washington Street, Dundonald Street and Cedar Avenue
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Completed at an overall cost of over $16 million, it was officially opened on July 10, 1997 by His Excellency, Thorold Masefield , Governor of Bermuda. It is Pembroke Parish on the northern side of Hamilton Harbor . According to Bermuda Online "It is a major - a "must see" - cultural, sightseeing and scientific attraction for locals and visitors. Open 9 am to 5 pm."
Admission is $10.50 or $8.40 for a local senior, $5 for a child 7-16, free for those under 6.
I personally felt that it was more expensive than it was worth. There were a lot of unconnected exhibits, some of which were sponsored by commercial interests and might not be completely accurate and unbiased. The BUEI website was EXTREMELY difficult to find information from as to where it actually was and how to get there by bus.
I've put more pictures under Pembroke Parish Leave a Comment Phone: Telephone 297-7314Directions: Off East Broadway, the main access road just east of and leading into the city of HamiltonWebsite: http://www.buei.org/
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They will give you free information, brochures, maps, bus and ferry passes. The person in charge, nice person. Leave a Comment Address: at Front StreetPhone: 295-1480Directions: next to the Ferry Terminal
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