Events
in Martinique

Bernard DAVID was a Cure-Historien from 1970 to 1998 in Le Diamant, who donated his documentary holdings and collection of traditional heritage objects to the Commune. On the ground floor, the permanent exhibition room deals with the history of Le Diamant through the collection of Bernard DAVID and donors from Martinique, presenting : - The Amerindians and archaeological pieces of pre-Columbian art found in Le Diamant. - La Canne a sucre et l'Habitation sucriere et ses formes a sucre - Medard ARIBOT's biography and art collection. - From the Rocher area, enriched with videotransmission of the avian fauna via cameras placed on the Diamond Rock. http://www.rocherdudiamant.com/ - Traditional domestic objects On the first floor, there are : - Bernard DAVID's personal library of 1854 works, including his publications (les proverbes creoles, le dictionnaire biographique du Clerge, ... and all his research into the history of Le Diamant and Martinique (the genealogy of the Carole and Saint-Aime families, immigrants, La traite negriere a destination de Martinique 1698-1794...). Opening hours Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Espace Museographique Bernard David, 39 rue Justin Roc, Le Diamant, 0596 66 07 36

Come discover our worlds, our perspectives, and our creations in a shared space. The opening reception will take place on Friday, September 11, starting at 6:00 p.m. We hope to see many of you there to share this moment with us. Monday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Creole Arts Café, 103 Victor Hugo Street, Saint-Pierre, 0596 97 67 87

This nineteenth edition of the International Festival of Stories and Music in the City will be as beautiful as a penultimate breath of Martinique’s cultural expressions, shared with us at AMI. This year, the artistic director (Valer’EGOUY) is honoring the AMI artists who regularly participate in the festival’s events. From October 14 to 26, 2025, accomplished artists from various countries and right here at home will share their stories and music throughout Martinique. The festival welcomes storytellers: Davide BARDI (Italy), Valerie BIENFAISANT (Belgium), Sylvie MALLARD (Switzerland), Kathleen OLIVIER (Perpignan, France), Dominique SEGALEN (Brest, France), Bakary TRAORE (Burkina Faso), Thales ZOKENE (Congo), Jean l’Ocean and Appoline STEWARD (Martinique)... And musicians: Gael AZRA (Cameroon), Jerome CHEVALLIER (Perpignan, France), Sandra ELLAMA (Reunion), Edme DJAKA (Guadeloupe), Gabriel CIBRELIS and Herve HERY (Martinique). Angie, Daniel, Gladys A, Gladys M, Judes, Kati, Lison, Lydia, Mgg—the storytellers from the AMI Storytelling Workshop will accompany the festival caravan. Adeline HOCDET, Barbara THYES, Nadia FERNANDEZ, as well as Kathleen and Jerome—the artists from the RICOCHET Theater Company—will be present starting in the second week and will stay to practice PlayBack Theater. Workshops and performances are on the program. There will be a discussion forum inviting artists from here and elsewhere to share their perspectives on the theme “Oral Tradition: From Yesterday to Today” or “Storytelling: A Bridge Between Cultures.” Open to all on Wednesday, October 22, at 6:30 p.m. at Patio 19 on Rue Garnier Pages in downtown Fort-de-France—come enrich the discussion or listen actively! Activities and performances will take place throughout the region. Artists will lead workshops upon request for school groups and other audiences (music, writing, storytelling in English, Italian, and Kreyol). Contact us right away to register yourself, your group, or your class. Pass Culture. Mornings will be reserved for meet-and-greets, performances in schools, and Storytime sessions at libraries or media centers. Additionally, we’re planning Story Walks, Storytime Siestas, Storytime Happy Hours, and Storytelling Evenings… All events will be presented by duos or trios of artists, often including a musician. Fort-de-France: Patio 19 and Terre d’Arts at the Domaine de Tivoli—we’ll enjoy Storytelling Sessions together with all the festival’s artists. Registration or reservations must be made in writing (first and last name) via WhatsApp. Welcome! L’AMI is delighted to invite you on a journey through the imagination, the senses, and universal memory. Come experience our diverse program of storytelling and music, and listen to the songs in the native languages of these artists, ready to share their authenticity with you at the 19th International Festival of Storytelling and Music in the City, October 14–26, 2025, in Martinique. Annou fe'y avan an lot fe'y ba nou! AMI - Association Martinique Images, Martinique, 0696 45 51 50

EXHIBITION AT THE BERNARD DAVID MUSEUM The European Heritage Days kicked off the cultural season; and this October 2026, the Bernard David Museum Space is hosting Geraldine Clerc’s exhibition *Journey Through Dreams, Light, and Color*: We’ll take a closer look at her artistic journey. So mark your calendars for Friday of next week at 7:30 p.m.—don’t miss this delightful moment, this art exhibition by Geraldine CLERC. For more information: 0696 211 399. Hours: Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Espace Museographique Bernard David, 39 rue Justin Roc, Le Diamant, 0596 66 07 36

Photography Exhibition: Through the Lens of Fernand Bibas—Immerse yourself in 60 years of life in Martinique through the eyes and lens of Fernand Bibas! The Martinique Territorial Archives invite you to discover this exceptional retrospective, organized as part of the Bicentennial of Photography. A unique opportunity to journey through the history, faces, and defining moments of our island. Information: 0596 55 42 57 HOURS Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday and Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Martinique Departmental Archives, 19 Avenue Saint-John Perse, Morne Tartenson, Fort-de-France, 0596 55 43 43

As part of National Artists’ Days, the Municipal Office of Culture and Recreation of Le Robert (OMCLR) invites you to the opening of its collection exhibition titled *Nous!* . This is an opportunity to come together around artistic creation, discover the works, and celebrate the artists who bring our culture to life. Opening reception: Friday, October 2, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. Exhibition open to the public through Friday, October 16, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Information: 0596 65 47 31 Monday through Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday and Thursday: 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Le Robert Municipal Office of Culture and Recreation, 16 bd Henri Auze, Le Robert, 0596 65 47 31

It’s Tuesday’s CHILL NIGHT—the PINK OCTOBER edition. Need to unwind? Join us this Tuesday night for a relaxing, chill evening with DJ LUSTUCRU on the decks. On the agenda: HAPPY HOUR* on Mojitos and Caipirinhas from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. *Tapas and cocktails available on-site. Free admission. Stop by starting at 7 p.m. or reserve your table at +596.696.263217, +596.696.659774, or +596.696.378358. Share this far and wide—see you Tuesday night! Ticket Office: Bizouk Mojito Bar, 108 Ernest Deproge Street, Fort-de-France, 0596 60 60 21

A former 17th-century Habitation-sucriere, transformed into a vibrant cultural and heritage space. Discover its fascinating history and immerse yourself in a world of oral traditions, art and storytelling. Built heritage of a former 17th-century Habitation-sucrerie: chapel, house and building, monastery, ruins and remains, archaeological site. Opening hours: Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:30pm and Sundays by appointment for groups. Domaine de Fonds Saint-Jaques, 194 rue du Pave, Quartier Fonds Saint Jacques, Sainte Marie, 0596 80 70 28

Dear Sir or Madam, The PAUL GAUGUIN Heritage Interpretation Center, Anse Turin CARBET, will be temporarily closed until Tuesday, June 30, 2026, due to maintenance work. Activities (tours, workshops, exhibitions, etc.) on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. Management contact@paulgauguinmartinique.fr. 0696 80 80 96 During your visit, you can enjoy: Self-guided or guided tours, for individuals or groups, of the room featuring the Martinican works of Paul GAUGUIN and Charles LAVAL. Access to the interactive multimedia game room, including: 3D immersion and virtual reality in Gauguin’s paintings, a multiplayer quiz, and two multimedia game stations. Access to the temporary exhibition hall featuring local and Caribbean artists and artisans. FREE ADMISSION Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM Paul Gauguin Interpretation Center – former Gauguin Museum, Anse Turin, Le Carbet, 0596 51 53 13

Documentary: Volcanoes of the Caribbean (52 min) Running time: 52' The film "Volcanoes of the Caribbean" provides a detailed analysis of the May 8, 1902, eruption that destroyed the town of Saint-Pierre in Martinique and the 1995 eruptive crisis on the island of Montserrat. This film shows how, thanks to the work of Professor Alfred Lacroix, a concept was born: that of a pyroclastic flow and a Peléan eruption. If you have trouble visualizing what a pyroclastic flow is, imagining its destructive power, and understanding why nearly 30,000 people were killed in Saint-Pierre in less than 3 minutes on May 8, 1902... Come see the screening of the documentary film. (Volcanoes of the Caribbean) This film explores volcanic activity in the Lesser Antilles arc, focusing on major events in the history of each island’s volcanoes, the eruption of Mount Pelée on May 8, 1902, and that of La Soufrière on Montserrat in 1995. - In the first part, the reconstruction of the May 8, 1902, disaster is very well explained through a combination of archival footage and computer-generated imagery. The film’s value lies in the fact that it addresses various aspects—political, geographical, and geological—providing a comprehensive view of this disaster and offering historical and scientific insights. - In the second part: Volcanic activity on other Caribbean islands is discussed, with explanations focusing in particular on Montserrat’s Soufrière, Kick’m Jenny, and Guadeloupe’s Soufrière... Documentary "Earthquakes and Tsunamis" Produced by "L'esprit sorcier" Why, when, and how does the earth shake? Documentary “Inside Volcanoes” Produced by “L’esprit sorcier” How are volcanoes formed, where are they found, and should we be afraid of them? Hours of Operation Open to the public Tuesday through Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (last admission at 4:00 PM). Open on the following holidays: Easter Sunday, Victory Day (May 8), Ascension Thursday, Pentecost Sunday, Bastille Day (July 14), Assumption, August 15; Armistice Day, November 11. Science and Earth Discovery Center (CDST), Habitation Perinelle, La Galere, Saint-Pierre, 0596 52 82 42