Bermuda 2009 - 400th Anniversary

“Bermuda’s history is a testament to the resourcefulness and resilience of the people who call Bermuda home...”
Message from Her Majesty, The Queen

“This upcoming year of celebration will be like none other...”
A letter from the Premier

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Upcoming Events

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  12/1/2009
Display of Bermuda Books by Bookmart/Brown&Co.
Bermuda Christmas Traditions are the focus of the book display at Brown & Co. in December

  12/1/2009
Opening of permanent exhibit, BERMUDA AND THE NEW WORLD: SHIPWRECKS AND SETTLEMENT
Bermuda Maritime Museum exhibit

  12/4/2009

  12/5/2009
Signature Event: BERMUDA’S 400th ANNIVERSARY GALA
Under the Distinguished Patronage of The Premier of Bermuda and Mrs Brown, the Bermuda 2009 Committee will be sponsoring the Anniversary Gala evening on Saturday December 5th at Southampton Princess Hotel. Come and celebrate the end of this amazing anniversary year. The winners of the Bermuda 2009 Open Call Competition for the Performing Arts and Writing will be honoured, and have their work showcased. You will enjoy the wonderful sounds of the Tommy Ray Orchestra while dining on a delectable feast. Save the date! Dress Code - Black Tie Call the Bermuda 2009 Office for more information 292 8990 or email

  12/6/2009
   - 12/7/2009
A Gift for You, Bermuda 400 by Purvis Primary School
Purvis is celebrating Bermuda's 400th Anniversary in its Christmas play on December 6th and 7th. Principal: Judith Alexander. Contact 236 4634

  12/7/2009
Lecture by Jon Adams - SEA VENTURE: BERMUDA’S GENESIS
Dr Jon Adams will be giving a lecture at BUEI on Monday December 7th at 7pm. The lecture is a presentation of the Historic Wrecks Authority and the Department of Conservation Services. For more information contact Dr. Philippe Rouja at or 505-0171

  12/12/2009

  12/12/2009
“FOR THE PEOPLE EVENT - CELEBRATING THE COMMUNITY” IN NORTH HAMILTON
'For the People Event' will be celebrating/recognising some of the stalwarts in the community and celebrate the 400th Anniversary. It will be a true festival, designed to end the year in a positive fashion in the heart of Pembroke, giving hope and energy to all who attend. This intergenereational event will feature powerful messages of harmony from local performers. Event Coordinator, Gina Spence Farmer, says that it will celebrate community values and remind us of the things that have stood the test of time. It is an event for the entire family. There will be song, dance, DJ's, fashion show featuring clothing from EE Zone retailers, and a fun-filled kid's zone. This free event will also feature a Happy Birthday Bermuda Celebration, local artists, a tent of highlighting our history via art, crafts and literature. Join in the fun on Sunday December 13th starting at 2pm Rain Date is December 20, 2009

  12/31/2009
Celebrating our Youth Worship Service in the Arts by Transforming Arts Association & Ministry
A concert worship service in the Arts that would include Arts ministers and ministries from churches across the island in the areas of: Music, Dance, Drama, Mime, Step, Music, Singing, Flags, Banners, Tambourines, Multi-Media etc. It wouldwill involve young and old, men, women and various churches/denominations.

Signature Events 400 Gala Event Tattoo Picnic Concert Renaming Of Spanish Rock To Portuguese Rock Celebrations The Queen's Birthday Parade Bermuda Festival of Performing Arts Opening Event

All information correct at time of listing. Please check with individual organizations for information of dates & times nearer the event.