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Historic Heritage Parade held in Long Look

- Parade held as part of celebrations marking 250th anniversary of Freedom at Nottingham Estate
A vibrant display of Virgin Islands heritage was showcased on the streets of Long Look during the inaugural Heritage Parade, which took place on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, as part of the celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of Freedom at Nottingham Estate. Photo: Facebook
Scenes from First Heritage Parade. Photo: Facebook
Scenes from First Heritage Parade. Photo: Facebook
Scenes from First Heritage Parade in Long Look. Photo: Facebook
Scenes from First Heritage Parade in Long Look. Photo: Facebook
Scenes from First Heritage Parade in Long Look. Photo: Facebook
Scenes from First Heritage Parade in Long Look. Photo: Facebook
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) at the first hertiage parade in Long Look. Photo: Facebook
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) at the first hertiage parade in Long Look. Photo: Facebook
Scenes from First Heritage Parade in Long Look. Photo: Facebook
Scenes from First Heritage Parade in Long Look. Photo: Facebook
Scenes from First Heritage Parade in Long Look. Photo: Facebook
Scenes from First Heritage Parade in Long Look. Photo: Facebook
LONG LOOK, Tortola, VI- A vibrant display of Virgin Islands heritage was showcased on the streets of Long Look during the inaugural Heritage Parade, which took place on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, as part of the celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of Freedom at Nottingham Estate.

Residents turned out in large numbers to witness this historic event.

The parade was organised through a partnership between the Government of the Virgin Islands and the Long Look Heritage Group. 

In recognition of the 250th anniversary of Freedom at Nottingham Estate, the Government of the Virgin Islands declared June 30, 2026, a public holiday.

This commemoration honours the struggle, resilience, and legacy of those who fought for their freedom in the Long Look community, while also highlighting the historic role of Nottingham Estate in the Virgin Islands' journey towards emancipation.

The 250th Anniversary of Freedom at Nottingham Estate continues to be organised collaboratively by the Government of the Virgin Islands and the Long Look Heritage Group.

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