As part of the effort led by UNESCO, residents tell their stories to preserve cultural identity amid fears of loss to modernization. Local author Joy Lawrence emphasizes the importance of the Antiguan dialect, a unique blend borrowed from various influences. Similarly, the meticulous craft of traditional broom-making remains alive, as exemplified by Dwight Benjamin. This preservation initiative seeks to celebrate and maintain the intangible heritage of Antigua and Barbuda while confronting their colonial past, affirming, "This is us."
In a world facing homogenization, Antiguans and Barbudans are asserting their cultural identity through food, language, and crafts—uniting generations in a shared desire to honor their roots.
In a world facing homogenization, Antiguans and Barbudans are asserting their cultural identity through food, language, and crafts—uniting generations in a shared desire to honor their roots.
