The virgin islands cabinet has approved $350,000 to support the upcoming commemoration celebration of the 250th Anniversary of Freedom at Nottingham Estate in Long Look. Photo: VINO/File

That’s according to a recent Cabinet report which stated that, “funding in the amount of three hundred and fifty thousand dollars ($350,000.00) was allocated in the 2026 Budget Estimate.” Photo: VINO/File

That’s according to a recent Cabinet report, which stated that, “funding in the amount of three hundred and fifty thousand dollars ($350,000.00) was allocated in the 2026 Budget Estimate.”

This funding was allocated in the 2026 Budget to facilitate a series of activities marking the historic milestone in the East End/Long Look community.

Purpose of funds 

The funds will support the opening ceremony, church observances, a heritage parade, commemorative concert, lecture series, gala event, commemorative booklet and the production of a documentary. 

The Government of the Virgin Islands declared June 30, 2026, as a public holiday in observance of the 250th anniversary of Freedom at Nottingham Estate.

The 250th Anniversary of Freedom at Nottingham Estate is being organised through a partnership between the Government of the Virgin Islands and the Long Look Heritage Group.