The Montefiore Monument and Gardens

 

 John Montefiore presented this Monument or Drinking Fountain to the thirsty wayfarers of Bridgetown, in memory of his father John Casteollo Montefiore who had been one of the first persons who died from Cholera in 1854.
 
This Fountain was opened on the 2nd November 1865, and was described as “a little gem of architectural beauty, there being nothing in Barbados to compare it with”.The Commission has developed the gardens in this area which serves as a recreational area and meeting point for members of the public.

 

 

 John Montefiore presented this Monument or Drinking Fountain to the thirsty wayfarers of Bridgetown, in memory of his father John Casteollo Montefiore who had been one of the first persons who died from Cholera in 1854.
 
This Fountain was opened on the 2nd November 1865, and was described as “a little gem of architectural beauty, there being nothing in Barbados to compare it with”.The Commission has developed the gardens in this area which serves as a recreational area and meeting point for members of the public.

Our Social Commitment..

The National Conservation Commission is committed to adding social value in all its endeavors. We are of the firm belief, that the growth of any nation is dependent on the growth of the society as a whole. Ensuring that a nation’s recreational requirements are met is of primary concern, especially in a hectic work environment. The Commission’s social commitment to the Barbadian community is well established and its mandate in this regard is wide and varied.