TCI National Heritage Day a Major Celebration for BTC

#PROVIDENCIALES, Turks & Caicos Islands, October 26, 2022 – As the country celebrated National Heritage Day 2022, Beaches Turks & Caicos (BTC) joined with the Turks & Caicos Islands National Heritage Trust to showcase the history and rich legacy of the region.

Through a partnership with the local team from the TCI Beautiful by Nature Island Books, the resort’s staff dedicated staff area was decorated with displays of traditional artifacts and illustrations depicting the TCI history.  Included in the day’s events were team member heritage quizzes, live entertainment and culinary delights, all organised by the Human Resources and Learning and Development departments, who took the team members on a cultural journey down memory lane.

Resort Human Resource Director, Owenta Coleby was ecstatic as she led the charge and shared that, “The primary objective of this initiative is to share often-forgotten or overlooked information about the TCI’s national heritage. As we planned and executed the full day of activities, we ensured that the country’s heritage remained at the forefront of the minds of our team – shared in fun ways of historical talks, gastronomic treats and traditional entertainment. The activities were well received and supported by all in attendance.”
General Manager James McAnally added: “It is always great for us to celebrate the TCI heritage among our team members.  Each year our resort management team goes all out to make the day a memorable one and these activities create memories and moments that inspire us all.  We are always pleased to make it even more special through partnerships with the local government agencies.”

Sheldon Wilson, Key West village manager on resort, who eagerly shared his knowledge of the islands, remarked that this was not just a regular celebration for him, but a teaching and learning moment. Said Wilson: “As a nation, my fellow TCI nationals, we were able to celebrate this milestone with the entire resort team including those who may not have grown up living our history. Therefore for the different nationalities at our resort to learn more about our history, was truly rewarding, engaging and fun. With this kind of celebration, we were able to share even with our own younger generation, the country’s historical values and accomplishments, and what each of us can contribute going forward.”

Oreta Stubbs, who was born in North Caicos bubbled with excitement as she examined the artifacts and reminisced on the heritage of the TCI. “Being able to see our heritage on display at the resort means a lot and brought back a lot of nostalgia. Also, we have a melting pot of nationalities amongst us, who were able to learn even more about the TCI as the day unfolded,” shared Stubbs.

Lead by the resort’s entertainment team, entertainment for the day featured music by the renowned local performer Renise Peters and the vibrant and energetic rhythms of the traditional rake and scrape music.