Emancipation Park
Kingston, Jamaica
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- Type
- State park in Kingston, Jamaica
Visitor information
- Address: Oxford Road and, Knutsford Blvd, Kingston, Jamaica
- Phone: +1 876-926-6312
- Official website: http://www.emancipationpark.org.jm/
People also ask
What is Emancipation Park in Jamaica?
The park is located in New Kingston and is themed “Tribute to Freedom” with a pair of 11 feet bronze statue, titled “Redemption Song”.
What is there to do at Emancipation Park?
A sanctuary of lush greenery in the heart of Kingston, this park is a splendid place to relax, picnic, read a book or chat with friends. You will also find soothing water features, brilliant gardens, a jogging track and a stage for live concerts and shows.
Who built Emancipation Park in Jamaica?
Architect Kamau Kambui, armed with detailed research of Jamaica's history chose to create the Park with an influence of Afro-centric designs, hence the significant presence of Adinkra symbols from West Africa being sited throughout the Park.
What is the statue at Emancipation Park in Jamaica?
Redemption Song, which takes its name from Bob Marley's song of the same name, is an 11 ft. (approximately 3m) high bronze sculpture by Jamaican artist Laura Facey. The sculpture features a male and female figure gazing to the skies – symbolic of their triumphant rise from the horrors of slavery.
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