Bahamian culture is like no other. It has embraced a panorama of native customs of the indigenous "Indian" people who populated the Islands of the Bahamas over the eons. Then Bahamian culture suddenly underwent an abrupt change beginning in 1648 when English Puritans settled on the island of Eleuthera.
It has further evolved over the past four centuries, witnessing the arrival of Bermudan slaves and free blacks, British Loyalists (accompanied by slaves) fleeing America after the War of Independence, freed Africans from slave ships, Black Seminoles from Florida, people from other Caribbean islands, as well as Chinese, Syrian and Greek immigrants. These people - with their different backgrounds, traditions and beliefs - shaped Bahamian culture into the unique, colorful patchwork of life and lifestyles that it is today.
Bahamas History
Past events have affected the present-day Bahamas.
Bahamas Cuisine
Discover what food awaits you in the Islands of the Bahamas.
Bahamas Government
The political structure of the Islands of the Bahamas and the role that Great Britain plays.
The People of The Bahamas
The warmhearted, gracious Bahamians and their willingness to share their day with you.
Art, Music and Dance
Information about the colorful artistic side of the Bahamas.
Junkanoo Festival
Explore Junkanoo, a culturally rich festival that is unique to the Islands of the Bahamas.
Legends
Part fiction, part fact - Bahamian legends are all fascinating.
