Kingston Attractions
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National Gallery
Jamaica's important art collection is often overlooked by
tourists, but is well worth visiting. The gallery displays the
works of Jamaica's talented artists, particularly that of Edna
Manley, 19th century sculptor and wife of a former prime minister
of Jamaica. Manley's acclaimed
Ghetto Mother stands in the
main lobby of the national gallery, along with a bronze statue by
Christopher Gonzalez of reggae singer Bob Marley. Other highlights
of the collection are the religious works of Mallica Reynolds, who
has been hailed by art critics as a modern genius.
Address: Roy West Building, Kingston Mall, 12 Ocean Boulevard;
Website: www.galleryjamaica.com;
Telephone: 922 1561;
Opening time: Tuesday to Thursday 10am to 4.30pm, Friday 10am to 4pm, Saturday 10am to 3pm. Guided tours are available;
Admission: J$100 (adults), concessions available
