
The National Cultural Foundation
West Terrace,
St. James, Barbados
246-417-6610
When Jabari Brown took on the role of a young Irving Burgie in production Daylight: A Tribute to Burgie, he knew the responsibility was heavy. One quick search into history would highlight that Burgie is not only a name in music history but also one of the architects of the ...
As CARIFESTA XV unfolds in Barbados, the festival is not only a celebration of heritage and tradition, but also a gateway to the future. Among its many highlights is a workshop series led by Chris Welch, an artist with more than 15 years of experience incorporating coding, artificial intelligence (AI), ...
In the heart of Bridgetown, a new mural is quietly being sculpted in clay by Hamilton’s Pottery Barbados, under the guidance of veteran designer and creator Hamilton Wiltshire. This large-scale public artwork is part of the island’s contribution to CARIFESTA XV, commissioned by the National Cultural Foundation (NCF). The piece ...
For many, the world of dance and technology may seem like two separate worlds. But for Valencia James, the fusion of both is not just a creative endeavor rather, it is a journey that is transforming the way we think about storytelling, collaboration and culture. As part of the CARIFESTA ...
For the first time in the history of the Pic-O-De-Crop competition, a father and son will be going head-to-head on finals night. Billboard and Dynamo, known off-stage as Billboard and Asher Murrell, are set to take the stage at the National Botanical Gardens on Friday, August 1, 2025, among 18 ...
Please see notice below of the Line Up of Judges for the Pic-O-De Crop Finals scheduled for August 1st, 2025.
The National Cultural Foundation (NCF) is proud to unveil the Shop This Summer @ Aisle 166 digital catalogue – a vibrant, curated showcase celebrating the best of Barbadian design, craft and creativity. This dynamic online publication invites readers to explore an exciting array of locally made products, including jewellery, fashion ...
The 2025 Courtesy Garage Pic-O-De-Crop Competition is in full swing, following two thrilling nights of tent judging that kicked off the race to the Finals. On Monday, July 14, the Shining Stars opened the judging series at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre with an impressive showcase of sharp lyricism, social ...