September 5, 1932: Destruction and Devastation
First-hand accounts of the 1932 hurricane from Lurey Curry Albury and her cousin, John Lowe.
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Year: 2013
September 3, 1932: The Calm Before the Storm
On September 3, 1932, the residents of the vibrant, prosperous settlement of New Plymouth had no inkling of the terror and misfortune lurking beyond the horizon.
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An Unscheduled Performance at Island Roots
One of the most memorable performers at this year’s Island Roots Heritage Festival wasn’t even on the program. Mother Nature made several unannounced — and unwelcome — appearances.
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Island Roots Festival: Bridging Past and Future
Of all the fun we had at the 2013 Island Roots Heritage Festival, I think the Junkanoo was my favourite part — young Abaconians echoing the past while rushing toward the future.
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Island Roots Festival: Celebrating All Things Abaco
For a few days each May, tranquil New Plymouth pulses with activity as the Island Roots Heritage Festival takes over the settlement.
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Latrine Excavation Yields Curious Artifacts
While excavating the Albert Lowe Museum property’s latrine, workers uncovered a number of intriguing artifacts.
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She Sells Sea Shells
As children, my grandmother and her sisters contributed to their household by collecting shells at Gilliam Bay on Green Turtle Cay.
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Who Do You Think You Are?
If you’re interested in genealogy, you’ll enjoy the TV show, Who Do You Think You Are, Tuesdays on TLC.
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