ACROSS the world, there are celebrations already taking place commemorating Jamaica’s 50th year of Independence.

It is also not strange with a recently premiered movie, that Robert Nesta Marley has left more than his music with the world, his legacy stands firm in his presence, his work and his family.

All these elements in one way or another facilitates Bob Marley’s significance to transcend borders and time. As part of our material culture, the Bob Marley Museum has been a sight of wonder for locals and tourists that come trekking on the busy road of Hope Road to experience the life of Bob.

The Museum carries the astounding fact that is on the property that Robert Nesta Marley called his home from 1975 to 1981.

Since his death in 1981, with the work of his wife Rita, the home was transformed into a Museum dedicated to his work and life.

It is a sight never overlooked with exterior signs of Rastafarianism such as flags and the colours on the walls and gates with the image of Bob on the arch. Not only is the museum the home of Bob, but also the original location of the Tuff Gong Studio where he also spent a numerous amount of time.

The Museum offers guided tours and exhibits artifacts, memorabilia, numerous writings and photographs, and has evolved over the years to be a one stop scene for all related to the phenomenal Marley.

It is thus even suitable for guests to not only see, feel, hear and read about Bob but also eat how he ate, as the Queen of Sheba restaurant located on the premises offer the guests that opportunity through the provision of all natural delicacies. The original Tuff Gong Studio was transformed into a theatre and guests are treated to a documentary on Bob Marley.

— Michael Thomas