ENGAGE IOJ!
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.
Educational Exhibitions
Exhibitions displaying the substance, creativity, and reslience of our people and country. From the people before us to who we have become.
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Signature Events
Lectures, Seminars, Concerts, Ceremonies, Symposia and Festivals – IOJ events are for everyone.
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Journals, Books and Catalogues by IOJ
IOJ publishes several journals, books and catalogues through its various cultural entities. Check out its flagship publication – the Jamaica Journal.
learn moreSave the Date! Grounation 2021
The Jamaica Music Museum (JAMM), a Division of the Institute of Jamaica celebrates the 10-year anniversary of its signature event, Grounation. Reggae Month will come alive with Grounation occupying all Sundays in February with a slew of exciting productions including a virtual exhibition, a panel discussion and more.
Grounation is a reference to the Rasta ceremonial event in which verbal exchange, reasoning, and artistic expression is the core of “overstanding.” With this background, Grounation has crafted events that are educational, insightful, and informative. The past 9 years of Grounation covered topics centred around the contributions and history of music, cultural heritage, ethnicity and more in Jamaica.
Curator’s Pick
Learn more about Jamaica’s Heritage as we present a weekly feature where we put on show artefacts selected by curators from our museums.
This week we highlight The Jolly Boys’ Rumba Box by the Jamaica Music Museum.
Research the Culture & Heritage of Jamaica
Research is essential in any Museum. IOJ has available experts, libraries and symposia in areas pertaining to Jamaica’s tangible and intangible cultural heritage.
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Outreach Programme
The IOJ traverses Jamaica on a mission to educate each Jamaican, and person that touches our shores about the country’s most valuable treasure– our heritage and culture. Each year, thousands are impacted by this service which includes a mobile exhibit on various subjects.
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More than a MUSEUM.
Facilities Rentals Available!
Do you need spaces to rent? Book now one or more of the following:
– Auditorium (300 seats)
– Computer and Language Labs
– Multimedia Production Studio
– Multipurpose interactive spaces