Culture and heritage
Historic estates and distilleries
Rum and its production play a vital role in the history and culture of Martinique. In the south of the island, several historic plantations and distilleries welcome you for an immersive experience at the heart of Martinique’s traditional craftsmanship. Estate tours, tastings and meetings will give you a better understanding of how AOC agricultural rum is made – a source of great pride for the island.
Distillerie BRAUD et QUENNESSON
Distillerie Habitation Clément
Distillerie La Mauny
Museums and exhibitions
From museums and interpretative centres to exhibition spaces, around ten venues invite you to explore the region’s treasures. Discover iconic sites such as the Musée de la Mer, the Maison de la Mangrove and the Village de la Poterie, a centre for local craftsmanship. History museums, open-air sites and venues dedicated to local traditions immerse you in the heart of Martinique’s soul and cultural identity.
Historic monuments
Churches, dwellings, colonial houses, traditional markets and public buildings bear witness to a rich and varied heritage. The churches, often rebuilt after cyclones or fires, have become symbols of local history; seven are now listed or designated as historic monuments. Exploring these buildings means discovering a remarkable architectural heritage and immersing oneself in the living history of southern Martinique.
Heritage sites
Southern Martinique is home to numerous heritage sites that recount the island’s past and pay tribute to the peoples who shaped it. Amerindian, African and Creole heritages intersect here, bearing witness to a diverse collective memory. The Cap 110 Memorial, the Statue of the Maroon, the Statue of the Freed Slave, the colonial cemetery at Anse Bellay, the Martinique Ecomuseum, the Savane des Esclaves and An Mao Park all offer insights into the history of slavery, resistance movements and Martinique’s cultural identity.
