The Palmiste Historical Society (PHS) was established in 2009 to preserve the heritage of the former sugarcane estates in the Palmiste area owned by the Philipine and the Lamont families among others. Our Mission:
To preserve the heritage of the Palmiste area, site of the former sugarcane estate owned by Sir Norman Lamont. Areas of interest:
Preservation of historic sites
Conducting of Oral Hi
story Program
Research and Education
Palmiste existed well before the amalgamation of the various estates to the arrival of the French planters on the many estates that were operating in the area in the 1800’s. The Cedar Grove Estate which is the only remaining plantation site in the Naparimas (now San Fernando and environs) was established back in 1812 by Sir Charles Shipley on the banks of the Cipero River near Embacadere. Funding
We operate on the basis of volunteer contributions by interested parties. We solicit grants and donations from generous partners in heritage. Partnerships
We are partners with the National Trust, the National Archives and the Ministry of Tourism. We seek to work with schools and other institutions in the community. Our Board of Directors
Our board comprises several residents of the community including:
Chairman Rev Terrence Honore (Blk3), Vice Chairman Jose De Caires (Blk 3), John Sorillo (Blk 5) Rawle Aimey (Blk4) Steve Francis (Rambert Village) Richard Hart (Blk4) Jacqueline Branker-Cheesman (Hillpiece), Neala Bhagwansingh (Blk5), Clifford Manchoon (blk7) and Jerry Wittet. Activities
Our recent activities include a Lecture to St Benedict's College students, Tour by students to former estate heritage sites. Restoration work is in progress at the gravesites at Pond Street and at Bamboo Village. Commissioning of research on the history of the Palmiste Estate. Establishment of a gift /coffee shop
Oral History Program:
Two Oral History sessions were conducted with five senior members of the community who worked on the estate. The National Trust partnered with us on one session in 2016. Interviews were held in Erin 2010 and in 2016 with relatives of the estate manager, Mr Norman Augustus. Mr Percy Augustus 2001 and Mr Norman Augustus 2016. Our immediate plans for 2017:
We are set to establish a Heritage Tourism Site at the location of the old Estate. To establish the Sir Norman Lamont Heritage Museum on the park area opposite the Palmiste National Park at the corner of Aileen Avenue leading to Blocks 4 and 6. Membership Drive:
Membership is open to all interested parties
A contribution of $100 per year, $500 for Corporate Members and $1000 for lifetime members
Contact Information:
Email : [email protected]
Contact Number: 1(868) 720 4990
Business address: 426 Palmiste Blvd.
