Jamaica Collection (#37)

Black-whiskered Vireo (Vireo altiloquus altiloquus) adult, perched on twig, Port Antonio, Jamaica, april

Black-billed Streamertail (Trochilus scitulus) subadult male (with shorter tail), perched on post, Port Antonio, Jamaica, march

Black-billed Amazon Parrot (Amazona agilis) adult pair, perched on branch, Ecclesdown Road, Jamaica, march

Yellow-billed Amazon Parrot (Amazona collaria) adult, perched on branch, Hope Gardens, Jamaica, april

White-eyed Thrush (Turdus jamaicensis) adult, perched on branch, Port Antonio, Jamaica, april

Stolid Flycatcher (Myiarchus stolidus stolidus) adult, perched in thorn bush, Hellshire Hills, Jamaica, april

Rufous-tailed Flycatcher (Myiarchus validus) adult, perched on branch, Ecclesdown Road, Jamaica, march

Jamaican Becard (Pachyramphus niger) adult male, perched in tree, Blue Mountains, Jamaica, march

Ring-tailed Pigeon (Patagioenas caribaea) adult, perched on fruiting tree, Port Antonio, Jamaica, april

Northern Parula (Parula americana) adult male, feeding on insects, Port Antonio, Jamaica, march

Loggerhead Kingbird (Tyrannus caudifasciatus jamaicensis) adult, perched in treetop, Linstead, Jamaica, april

American Kestrel (Falco sparverius) adult female, perched on railings in urban area, Linstead, Jamaica, march

Snowy Egret (Egretta thula brewsteri) adult, breeding plumage, walking on waterlilly pads, Hope Gardens, Jamaica, april

Cattle Egret (Bubulcus ibis ibis) adult, perched on palm frond, Hope Gardens, Jamaica, april

Arrowhead Warbler (Dendroica pharetra) adult, perched on twig, Blue Mountains, Jamaica, march

Greater Antillean Bullfinch (Loxigilla violacea ruficollis) adult male, feeding on fruit, perched on branch, Port Antonio, Jamaica, april

Jamaican Stripe-headed Tanager (Spindalis nigricephala) adult male, perched on twig, Port Antonio, Jamaica, march

Jamaican Tody (Todus todus) adult, perched on twig, Blue Mountains, Jamaica, march

Jamaican Woodpecker (Melanerpes radiolatus) adult male, feeding on fruit in palm tree, Port Antonio, Jamaica, march

White-chinned Thrush (Turdus aurantius) adult, perched on branch, Port Antonio, Jamaica, april

White-crowned Pigeon (Patagioenas leucocephala) adult, perched on branch, Port Antonio, Jamaica, april

Bananaquit (Coereba flaveola flaveola) adult, perched on branch, Linstead, Jamaica, april

WPA Federal Music Project will present 8 roof garden concerts at Jamaica YMCA Free to the public. Poster for Federal Music Project presentation of a series of concerts at the Jamaica YMCA

A prospect of Rio Bona harbour in the parish of St. Anns, a
A prospect of Rio Bona harbour in the parish of St. Ann s, and the tavern, wharf, and stores, in the parish of St. James s, the north side Jamaica

A view looking south of the town and harbour of Lucea, in the parish of Hanover the North side of Jamaica

A view of the town and harbour of Montego Bay, in the parish of St. James s, Jamaica, taken from the road leading to St. Anns

A view of Dry Harbour in the parish of St. Anns Jamaica, taken from the West end of the tavern, with the fort and barracks now in ruins

Foxhall: By King Alfonso, dam Jamaica, by Lexington. Date c1882

Toll - Gate, Jamaica, Long Island, New York Date: ca. 1847

Rafting on the Rio Grande, Port Antonio, Jamaica Date: circa 1910s

Jamaican villagers returning home from market on their donkeys Date: circa 1909

Philip Affleck Admiral
PHILIP AFFLECK Rear Admiral of the White, Commander in Chief in Jamaica and the Bahamas. Date: 1726 - 1799

Northern Potoo (Nyctibius jamaicensis) adult, with feather in beak, perched on branch at night, Marshall's Pen, Jamaica, november

Caribbean, satellite image. North is at top. The Caribbean comprises over 7000 islands in the Caribbean Sea between the Gulf of Mexico and the USA to the north

Engraving of Jamaican plant and cockroach
Jamaican flora and fauna. Engraved page depicting Jamaican worm grass (Spigella anthelmia) and a cockroach. Worm grass is a poisonous tropical annual weed growing to around 30cm tall

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Sailing-ship firing on a fort in Jamaica during colonial times. Hand-colored woodcut

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Jamaican women carrying bananas to a seaport, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Native people on their way to market in Kingston, Jamaica, circa 1890. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Plantation coffee-mill, surrounded by stone terraces, Jamaica, circa 1890. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

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Native women carrying coal onto a steamship at Kingston, Jamaica, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Map of North America as known in the mid-1600s. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of an illustration in Campanius, 1702

Pine Pink, Bletia purpurea, blooming on Mango Tree(Mangifera indica) with Bromeliads, Frenchmans Cove, Port Antonio, Jamaica

Rafting on the Martha Brae River, Falmouth, Jamaica

Reach Falls, Port Antonio, Jamaica

Blue Lagoon, Port Antonio, Jamaica

Alligator Hole, Black River Town, Jamaica South Coast

Picking tobacco, Montpellier, Jamaica
Workers in a field, picking tobacco, in Montpellier, Jamaica

Workers harvesting banana crop, Jamaica
Workers harvesting the banana crop in Jamaica

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Discover the vibrant beauty and rich history of Jamaica, an enchanting Caribbean gem. Immerse yourself in the allure of this tropical paradise as you explore its diverse landscapes and cultural heritage. Unfold a map of Jamaica, tracing your finger along its captivating contours. From the iconic Dunns River Falls in Ocho Rios to the picturesque shores of Negril, every corner reveals breathtaking wonders waiting to be discovered. Transport yourself back in time with Daphne Du Maurier's captivating novel "Jamaica Inn, " set amidst the hauntingly beautiful Bodmin Moor in Cornwall. Feel a connection between distant lands as you admire British maps from 1893, showcasing their colonial influence on this island nation. Indulge your senses at Ricks Cafe, where cliff diving meets stunning sunsets over crystal-clear waters. Sip on refreshing cocktails at Margaritaville Pub on the Hip Strip while immersing yourself in the lively Jamaican culture that pulses through every street corner. Marvel at colorful buildings adorning Turks and Caicos islands, reminiscent of a vibrant painting come to life. As you soak up these sights, reflect upon historical imagery like "The Devilfish in Egyptian Waters, " which symbolizes England's imperialistic reach across continents during the late 19th century. Let Jamaica's warmth embrace you as you bask under golden rays on pristine beaches or embark on thrilling adventures up Dunns River Falls. This Caribbean jewel beckons explorers seeking both tranquility and excitement within its borders. As night falls, feel the rhythm pulsate through your veins as reggae beats fill the air. Dance alongside locals who embody Jamaica's infectious spirit for life – an energy that has captivated hearts since ancient times. Intrigue awaits around every corner; let Jamaica unveil its secrets to those willing to wander off well-trodden paths. Uncover hidden treasures amidst lush jungles and turquoise waters – for it is here that the true essence comes alive.