32 Market Street in St. Ann’s Bay is the birthplace of Marcus Mosiah Garvey, Jamaica’s first National Hero, and one of the most influential leaders of the 20th century. Born on August 17, 1887, Garvey was the youngest of eleven children in a humble family. Growing up in poverty, Garvey’s formal education was limited, but his thirst for knowledge and his passion for self-improvement led him to become a prominent figure in the fight for the rights and upliftment of Black people globally.
Despite his early struggles with education, Garvey’s perseverance saw him overcome the barriers of his economic background. He went on to create the Universal Negro Improvement Association (U.N.I.A.), a global movement dedicated to the advancement of people of African descent. His work not only made a profound impact in Jamaica but also resonated worldwide, inspiring millions to embrace their heritage and strive for equality.
The house at 32 Market Street, where Garvey was born, is a simple timber structu…
