EXPLORE FREEPORT’S PAST
A journey through the photographs, places and memories that shaped Freeport.
The Musical Legacy of Frank Penn
The singer and studio owner who helped give Bahamian music a place to be heard.
The Bed-In That Almost Happened
Two famous visitors arrived at the Oceanus Hotel in May 1969 and something rather remarkable happened before they left.
The Conch Cracking Contest
A teacher’s idea, a little school and a community that rallied round. Discover how McLean’s Town’s conch cracking tradition began.
EL CASINO
The glamorous nightclub that brought international stars and unforgettable nights to Freeport.
INTERNATIONAL BAZAAR
A colourful world of shops, restaurants and international architecture that became one of Freeport’s best-loved landmarks.
THE PUB ON THE MALL
A much-loved Freeport gathering place, remembered for good food, good company and plenty of character.
GENTLE BEN
Diver, naturalist, artist and much-loved Freeport character — the remarkable life of Ben Rose.
THE XANADU BEACH HOTEL
Glamour, champagne brunches and a billionaire recluse. The story of one of Freeport’s legendary hotels.
THE LUCAYAN BEACH TREASURE
In 1964, four friends diving off Lucayan Beach stumbled upon thousands of Spanish silver coins — and a treasure story that would become part of Freeport folklore.
RUM-RUNNING AT WEST END
Rum-running, fast boats and Prohibition—the colourful years when West End became a bootlegger’s haven.
THE KING’S INN
Pools, stars and a little train to the beach—the story of Freeport’s legendary King’s Inn.
