A surge of visitors turned out at Golden Square Freedom Park on Sunday as the fourth annual Heritage Month Antiques Market drew strong attendance, underscoring growing public interest in Barbados’ tangible cultural heritage despite earlier concerns about the weather.

The market formed part of a wider programme of activities hosted throughout June by the Office for Pan-African Affairs and Heritage, aimed at educating the public and encouraging greater appreciation and preservation of Barbados’ rich cultural legacy.

Visitors moved from table to table, examining and purchasing authentic Bajan antiques and collectibles ranging from furniture and household items to jewellery, records, books, pottery, glassware and stoneware. Despite concerns about the weather, the event attracted large numbers, many seeking not only unique finds but also a deeper appreciation of the island’s heritage.