Step back in time… and see the story of money unfold and trace its development in Jamaica and around the world. A wide range of numismatic pieces, as well as an extensive array of artifacts recreate the historical background of money through the ages. See money in some of its earliest forms. Learn about the art of making coins and bank notes ... the crime of counterfeiting ...and the various ways of looking after money.
Recapture the history of Jamaica through the story of its money…from Taino trade to debit cards…glass beads…pieces of eight… christian quatties…From pounds, shillings and pence to dollars and cents.
Come and browse or take a guided tour which provides an overview of the collection and interesting insights.
Opening Hours | |
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Monday - Friday | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
Closed weekends and public holidays |
Guided Tours |
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Group bookings and guided tours are by appointment. A minimum of ten visitors required for guided tours. |
For Reservations: | |
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Tel: (876) 922 0750 | Fax: (876) 922 0416 |
E-mail: museum@boj.org.jm | |
ADMISSION IS FREE |
Visit the Money Museum to see Jamaican bank notes, coins and tokens. (Photo to be supplied)
Have you ever really thought about what money is? Come to the Museum and see money in some of its earliest forms. (Photo to be supplied)
Where do you keep your money? In a bank? Or in a piggy bank? See how people over the years have looked after their money. (Photo to be supplied).
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The Bank of Jamaica, established by the Bank of Jamaica Law (1960), began operations in May 1961, terminating the Currency Board System which had been in existence from 1939.
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