Kingston is the capital and largest city of Jamaica, located on the southeastern coast of the island. With a population of over 670,000 people, it serves as the economic, cultural, and administrative center of Jamaica. Kingston is the largest predominantly English-speaking city in the Caribbean.
The Bob Marley museum is situated on the site of the legendary musician’s home, which he purchased in 1975. This house, featuring 19th-century architecture, was Marley’s home until his transition in 1981. It was converted into a museum six years later by his wife, Mrs Rita Marley. The main museum displays Marley’s personal treasures.
Established in 1974, the National Gallery of Jamaica is the oldest and largest public art museum in the English-Speaking Caribbean. It has a comprehensive collection of early, modern and contemporary art from Jamaica along with smaller Caribbean and international holdings.
