“MISS LOU” - LOUISE BENNETT-COVERLEY
JAMAICA’S NATIONAL TREASURE
The Louise Bennett-Coverley Heritage Council (LBCHC) is committed to preserving and promoting the legacy of the Hon. Louise Bennett-Coverley, affectionately known as "Miss Lou," Jamaica's cultural icon. Through a range of educational and entertaining programs, we actively enrich and advance Jamaica’s cultural heritage in Florida.
YOUTH WRITERS CLINIC
My Culture - My Story
The Louise Bennett-Coverley Heritage Council, FL., in collaboration with the Miramar Cultural Center will present a one day workshop for middle and high school students. Writers will review elements of short stories, reflect on their cultural heritage and practice using both in workshop exercises. A session on performance poetry will help develop lively written dialogue.
Certificates of Participation will be awarded by the LBCHC. FREE event - Lunch provided.
Presenters: Christine Craig and Malachi Smith.
“MISS LOU” - LOUISE BENNETT-COVERLEY
Louise Bennett-Coverley, affectionately known as "Miss Lou," was a celebrated Jamaican poet, folklorist, writer, and educator who played a pivotal role in the preservation and promotion of Jamaican culture. Born on September 7, 1919, she became a cultural icon known for her vibrant performances and the use of Jamaican Patois in her poetry. Through her work, Miss Lou highlighted the richness of Jamaican folklore, traditional songs, and proverbs, establishing a strong cultural identity for future generations. Her legacy continues to inspire and educate, making her an enduring figure in Jamaica’s artistic and cultural landscape.
Coming Events
Sat, Apr 05Miramar Cultural CenterThis FREE clinic is presented by the Louise Bennett-Coverley Heritage Council (LBCHC) for middle and high school students. Registration is required. Focus: Writing short stories - participants will talk about their culture, whether its hamburgers and football or soccer and empanadas; traditional s
Sat, Jun 21LauderhillEvening Time, a fundraising concert to send our cultural ambassadors to Panafest 2025 in Ghana! Join us at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center on June 21st, 2025, and experience an unforgettable evening of Jamaican and Caribbean folk classics, Revival and Nyabinghi rhythms, Kumina, and heartf
Outreach
Donation of Tablets by the Louise Bennett-Coverley Heritage Council to Students at the Edna Manley College of the Performing and Visual Arts.
On behalf of the students of the Edna Manley College, a heartfelt thank you for your continued support. Melody McDowell - Asst. Senior Registrar - Edna Manley College of the Performing and Visual Arts. Kingston, Jamaica. Dec. 2020.
Scholarship
The Hon. Louise Bennett-Coverley Memorial Scholarship
The Hon. Louise Bennett-Coverley Memorial Scholarship is awarded primarily to deserving students of the Performing or Language Arts, in honor of Jamaica’s late Cultural Ambassador, the Hon. Louise Bennett-Coverley, OJ, OBE, D. Litt., to ensure that her legacy will be continued throughout future generations.
