The Institute of Jamaica (IOJ), through its various cultural entities, engages the public in different ways. Established in 1879, IOJ keeps its core offerings relevant and relatable.
Here are some of our Products and Services:
The Jamaica Journal is a peer-reviewed academic journal published by the Institute of Jamaica since 1967. However, the IOJ has several other publications, such as 76 King Street, Endemic Trees and ACIJ Review, to name a few.
There are six reference libraries across the IOJ for specific research purposes. The Junior Centre was the 1st lending library for children in the 1970s and continues to nuture the love for reading in our children and youths. Visit our libraries in person or click here to browse our online library catalogues
Find unique memorabilia in any of IOJ’s Gift Shops! Drop by after viewing our Exhibitions at the Liberty Hall: The Legacy of Marcus Garvey, the National Gallery of Jamaica or Jamaica Music, Natural History or our Ethnographic Museums at the 10 – 16 East Street Complex.
Click here to browse the National Museum’s Online Ethnographic Collections.
Want to learn more about Jamaica’s rich culture and history? Each of our Cultural Entities / Divisions offer interactive Outreach Programmes, especially for our primary and teritary students. Call 876-922-0620-6 for more information.
Come view our permanent and temporary exhibitions now available at our various locations in Kingston, St. Catherine and Montego Bay.
Normal opening hours are Mondays – Thursdays 9 am – 4 pm and Fridays 9 am – 3pm.
Come and enjoy the many Lectures, Seminars, Concerts, Cermonies, Symposia, Festivals and so much more here at the IOJ!
All are welcome! Check out our ‘What’s On’ or call us at 876-922-0620-6 for more information.
IOJ offers multiple spaces such as our Lecture Hall, Multipurpose rooms, Computer and Language Labs, Exhibition spaces and so much more.
Call us at 876-922-0620-6 for more information.
As Museums and Galleries, the IOJ has an excellent team of Researchers and Conservators who are responsible for the well being of our National Collections.
Do you need our services, call us at 897-922-0620-6 for more information.
Miss an event? There is a possiblity it’s on our YouTube channel! Check us out and subscribe for the lastest content.
Join our Instagram family and checkout the many activities and happenings of the IOJ!
Link us on Facebook and join the dialogue! There’s always room for you in our Fren Circle!
Let’s Talk…more! There’s so much to tell you and we want to hear from you too.
