Director

I.T.

Based on evolving guidance from the Ministry of National Security on public gatherings, we are taking precautionary safety measures to prevent the spread of Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19). 

The Indian Caribbean Museum of Trinidad and Tobago will be closed effective Friday 13th March 2020 Until Further Notice.

As this situation is continuously evolving, we will ensure we communicate with our visitors and stakeholders with ongoing updates.

To schedule group visits, and to also ensure that the Museum is open the day you intend to visit contact us:

Telephone / Fax : 1-868-673-7007 , 1-868-460-2386  or   E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

We apologize for the disruption this may cause and look forward to welcoming visitors when we reopen.

Museum closed for Christmas Holiday Break

The Indian Caribbean Museum of Trinidad and Tobago will be closed from

Sunday 15th December, 2019 through Tuesday 7th January, 2020.

The Museum will resume normal operation hours on Wednesday 8th January, 2020.

To schedule group visits, and to also ensure that the Museum is open the day you intend to visit contact us:

Telephone / Fax : 1-868-673-7007 , 1-868-460-2386  or   E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

We do apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

 Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all. 

•   Click Here to view photos from our workshop on Lokgeet (Folk Singing) held on Sunday 5th May 2019. This workshop was facilitated by Mr. Dilip Denesh Maharaj. 
•  Click Here to view photos from our workshop on East Indian Decorations held on Saturday 11th May 2019. This workshop was facilitated by Mr. Dilip Denesh Maharaj. 
•  Click Here to view photos from our workshop on Art of Mehndi held on Saturday 18th May 2019. This workshop was facilitated by Mr. Dilip Denesh Maharaj. 
•  Click Here to view photos from our workshop on Chulha Cooking held on Sunday 26th May 2019. This workshop was facilitated by Mr. Dilip Denesh Maharaj. 

• Click Here to view all photos from our 2019 Annual Indian Heritage Workshops.

Mr. Saisbhan Jokhan, Curator,
Indian Caribbean Museum of Trinidad and Tobago:
2006 to 2019

In 2005, the late Mr. Saisbhan Jokhan, retired Principal of the Orange Field Hindu Primary school was appointed by the Sanatan Dharma Maha Sabha (SDMS) as Project Manager to oversee the refurbishment of the old Waterloo Hindu Primary School in preparation for the inaugural opening of the Indian Caribbean Museum of Trinidad and Tobago (ICMTT).  He was then appointed and served as Curator of the Museum from May 2006 until January 2019.  During his tenure as Curator, Mr. Jokhan successfully undertook the following projects: -

• Developed the artifact collection through acquisition, restoration and preservation.
• Managed the construction and opening of the Dr. Isaiah James Boodhoo Art Gallery.
• Managed the construction and repair of the Tapia House.
• Maintained and enhanced the physical infrastructure of the museum.
• Promoted the museum through outreach programmes and media interviews.
• Hosted dignitaries, special guests and researchers of national, regional and international educational institutions.
• Collaborated with all stakeholders and sponsors toward developing the museum.
• Collaborated with the SDMS and Committee members to host the Appreciation function for donors of artifacts in 2016.
• Assisted in fundraisers such as dinners, book sales and also obtained financial support from well-wishers.
• Organized field trips for committee members and friends of the museum.
• Represented the museum at official meetings such as the SDMS Executive meetings and the Museums Association of the Caribbean conference in Antigua and Barbuda - 2011.
• Organized and facilitated events such as Indian Arrival Day presentations and functions.

Mr. Jokhan was noted by all who interacted with him as a walking encyclopaedia on East Indian History, Indentureship and other social, economic and cultural issues. He will be fondly remembered by the SDMS management, Committee members and visitors for his affable personality, professionalism, hard work and dedication to the ICMTT.

The Indian Caribbean Museum of Trinidad and Tobago's annual heritage workshops begin Sunday 5th May, 2019 with Lokgeet (folk singing) at 1:00 p.m. and continue on the 11th, 18th and 26th May 2019. Please see below for upcoming workshops and dates. All workshops are free and open to the public. These hands-on sessions will be facilitated by Mr Dilip Denesh Maharaj. 

To Register contact us at telephone 1-868-673-7007 , 1-868-460-2386 , 1-868-778-4817  or      E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Curator

Resumption of Regular Opening Hours

The Indian Caribbean Museum of Trinidad and Tobago wishes to advise that it has resumed its regular opening hours:

Wednesday to Sunday (Except Public Holidays) - 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

To schedule group visits, and to also ensure that the Museum is open the day you intend to visit contact us:

Telephone / Fax : 1-868-673-7007 , 1-868-460-2386  or   E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 We regret the inconvenience caused and thank you for your patience and understanding.

Change in Opening Times

Due to staffing availability the museum will be open Wednesday to Friday from 10:00 am to 05:00 pm.  The Museum is open on weekends for group visits by appointment only. Please contact us to schedule a weekend group visit at least two weeks in advance.

To pre-scheduled group visits, and to also ensure that the Museum is open the day you intend to visit contact us:

Telephone / Fax : 1-868-673-7007   or   E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.