St. Maarten / St. Martin Culture & Arts Blog

Beatrix with a few others cheering with some wine on a pier

November 16, 2024

Royal Princess visits St. Maarten

Former Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands spent her second day of her official visit in St Maarten focusing on environmental awareness.   She started her day at the Great Salt Pond Birding Platform where she praised efforts to encourage birdwatching

The Taking of St. Maarten by the Spanish in 1633, Naval Museum Madrid under Creative Commons

November 14, 2024

Did You Know… St. Maarten was Spanish twice?

(Picture: The Taking of St. Maarten by the Spanish in 1633, Naval Museum Madrid under Creative Commons)   Rivaling Superpowers and “San Martin”   Most people know St. Maarten / St. Martin is divided in a southern “Dutch” side and

Nature Foundation Poetry, Story Monologue Showcase

November 12, 2024

Nature Foundation organizes a Poetry, Story & Monologue Showcase

Calling all young storytellers, poets, and performers!   Get ready to unleash your creativity and become a voice for nature at Nature Foundation! Whether you want to write a story, craft a poem, or perform a monologue, this competition is

The Beach at Pinel Island St Martin

November 12, 2024

Did You Know… How Pirate Pinel got to Pinel Island?

An “in the know” perfect leisure spot for many on island is Pinel Island. A fun, less known fact is that the island is named after a pirate from the 17th century. And there is a story to that, that

Poster of the Foundation SMNCP

November 9, 2024

Foundation SMNCP presents St. Martin National Cultural Parade!

Celebrate the 65th edition of St. Martin Day!   The countdown is almost over as we’re gearing up to celebrate St. Martin Day! Come watch an exciting national cultural parade which is taking place on Sunday November 10th at 2.00PM.

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