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Museum of Nevis History

Charlestown, Nevis
869-469-5786
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Ranked #6 of 15 attractions in Charlestown
Type: History Museums
Traveller Description: The Museum of Nevis History is situated in a handsome Caribbean Georgian stone building near the water at the north end of Charlestown, the capital... more »
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

I borrowed "Ships Swords and Sugar" by Vinvent K Hubbard from the hotel library, and thoroughly enjoyed reading the history of this fascinating island as I lay by the pool. The museum in contrast was amateurish, shabby and not worth the effort ( or the entrance fee)

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Weybridge, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

If you iwsh to learn about the origins and history of Nevis and its polulation then this is the plave to go. You can spend between say 30 minutes and an hour or more (depending upon your level of interest). The staff are knowledgeable and the visit brings home the history of this small island and community.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2013

This is small, but gives a good overview of the history with some interesting items both old and more recent.

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Suva, Fiji
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2013

You cannot go here expecting the Louvre or the Smithsonian; remember, this is a small Caribbean nation. But if you go to learn something, including the story of how Alexander Hamilton (yes, that Alexander Hamilton of US Revolutionary War fame) was born here, as well as some local history, then you will have a great time! We lived on Nevis... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

The museum provided a good introduction to the history of Nevis. The garden cafe is also worth a visit - pleasant grounds and good refreshments.

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New York City
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2013

They pack a great deal of information into such a small space, and it's well presented. Nice little shop too with a good book selection. Right on the water in town, next to the Alexander Hamilton House.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2012

Rather expensive for non-citizens, and limited in size. They do have a great set of china from the wedding of Lord Nelson, which took place on this island.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 November 2012

It's really the Horatio Nelson museum, which is why I went there. Cool stop & some very cool Nelson period stuff. We really liked it for we're history buffs. Small but good.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 July 2012

Part of Alexander Hamilton tour. Enjoyed learing about Nevis and seeing some artifacts from the island. The clerk at the store was wonderful and answered all our questions.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012

This contains a very interesting history of Lord Nelson and combined with the information in the Alexander Hamilton Museum you get a very good background about Nevis. It is my understanding that the information contained in this museum will be moving into Charlestown in the next year or so and will then be even more informative.

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