National Museum & Art Gallery
About This Museum
People don't just come here for the air conditioning, though that's a welcome respite from the Port of Spain heat. They come to untangle the complex, vibrant story of Trinidad and Tobago, all under one magnificent, century-old roof. You can wander from pre-Columbian artifacts one moment to a gallery of swirling, colorful contemporary paintings the next. It feels less like a formal institution and more like a sprawling, slightly eccentric family attic, packed with national treasures.
Collection Highlights
The star attraction is arguably its impressive collection of works by Michel-Jean Cazabon, the nation's most celebrated painter, whose 19th-century landscapes capture the islands' lush beauty. Don't miss the life-sized skeletal replica of a prehistoric Glyptodon—it’s like an armadillo dreamed up by a sci-fi writer.
Visitor Information
You'll find it right on Frederick Street in the heart of the city; it's one of those classic landmarks everyone knows. Just pop in, there's no charge for this slice of history.
Architecture & Building
The building itself is a handsome colonial-era structure, all clean lines and grand proportions, with deep verandas that hint at its age and tropical purpose.
Contact & Location
Address: Frederick Street, Uptown, Port of Spain, 101009, Trinidad and Tobago
Phone: +1 868-623-0339
