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Folklife and Research Programmes

Welcome to Folklife and Research
Bermuda boasts a rich, diverse and fascinating Folklife, with roots that stretch back for many centuries. The Department is dedicated to honouring, preserving and studying Bermuda’s remarkable Folklife. Our Digital Folklife Archives section is still in the development phase. Please check back soon.

Behind the Mask: Bermuda Gombey Documentary

This feature length film captures and documents the ongoing history of the Bermuda Gombeys, one of Bermuda’s oldest Folklife traditions.

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Bermuda Connections "Cultural Resource Guide"

This series of educational materials offers teachers the opportunity to impart rich insights into Bermuda’s fascinating history to students of many ages.

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Historical Heartbeats

The Historical Heartbeats Lecture Series features a monthly event highlighting our island’s rich historical and cultural heritage, for Bermuda residents and visitors alike.

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Folklife Apprenticeship Programme

Older bearers of Bermuda’s cultural traditions connect with a younger generation of learners through this remarkable programme.

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Historical Research

Department-sponsored research projects continue to uncover new aspects of and perspectives on Bermuda’s fascinating history.

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Digital Folklife Archives

Are you interested in learning about Bermuda’s culture and history? The Digital Folklife Archive, the Department’s collection of historical resources, is your gateway to the past.

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Books and Films

The Department of Community and Cultural Affairs produces several types of publications, all of which are publicly available.

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