Freedoms Imagined; Freedoms Won: Long Celia & Elizabeth Jane Trusty

Freedoms Imagined; Freedoms Won: Long Celia & Elizabeth Jane Trusty is a new exhibition at the Cayman Islands National Museum exploring the lives of two enslaved women and their different paths toward freedom. Based on research by Dr. Roy Murray and curated by Brian Watler Jr., the exhibition presents the documented stories of Elizabeth Jane Trusty and Long Celia, highlighting how each woman understood and pursued freedom in early nineteenth-century Cayman. The exhibition offers a reflective and immersive experience designed to bring these histories to life.

When and Where:

Opens: Friday, 1 May 2026
Venue: Cayman Islands National Museum

As part of the exhibition programming, the National Museum is hosting a Speaker Series:

A speaker Series lecture and discussion, “We had slaves, Sir?” will take place on Tuesday, 5 May 2026, 6 pm – 8pm at the CNCF Studio Theatre (Harquail grounds). Reserve your spot here: https://forms.fillout.com/t/b7weoSdHRNus

This exhibition invites visitors to engage with Cayman’s history through powerful, real-life stories of resilience and perspective.