A new retail concept at Sangster International Airport (SIA) is challenging traditional souvenir culture by offering travellers handcrafted Jamaican pieces designed to tell stories rather than simply commemorate a trip.

The Artisan District, officially opened in Montego Bay, St James last Saturday, brings together a carefully curated collection of Jamaican-made jewellery, ceramics, wellness products, artwork, home décor and lifestyle pieces created by some of the island’s artisans and creative entrepreneurs.

For founder Lindsay Templer, the concept is rooted in a growing global demand for authenticity and meaningful cultural connection.