Buxton/Friendship Museum Archive & Culture Center
The Buxton/Friendship Museum Archive & Culture Center (BFMACC) is a museum located in Buxton Village, East Coast Demerara, Guyana, and combines the functions of a museum, archive, and cultural center. Its stated focus is preserving the history and culture of Buxton/Friendship and surrounding communities.
Opened on August 2018, the BFMACC aims to preserve and increase understanding of the history, culture, and contributions of the residents of Buxton/Friendship and nearby villages.[1][2] And serve as a center for education and cultural activities within the community. It places particular emphasis on the post-emancipation history, including the purchase of Plantation Buxton and Plantation Friendship by ex-slaves.
The museum houses materials related to the history and culture of the communities within its scope, including historical documents, books, artifacts, photographs, and paintings.[3][4] A permanent collection highlighted by the museum features depictions of historical buildings in the Buxton/Friendship area, with noted contributions from Buxtonian artist Lyndon Barton.[5]
References
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- ^ "Buxton an integral part of the country's development – President Ali". guyana-hc-south-africa.co.za. Retrieved 2 April 2025.
- ^ "Buxton/Friendship museum thriving on one-year anniversary". Guyana Times. August 11, 2019. Retrieved 2 April 2025.
- ^ "Westmaas Gives Keynote Address at Guyana Event". hamilton.edu. Retrieved 2 April 2025.
- ^ "ARTIST'S PROFILE". bartoncreations. Retrieved 2 April 2025.