Port Royal, Kingston Parish, Jamaica — Surrey County (Caribbean Region of the Americas)
'Ye Olde Parade Bar'
Photographed By J. Makali Bruton, November 22, 2015
1. 'Ye Olde Parade Bar' Marker
Inscription.
'Ye Olde Parade Bar'. .
Built in the 18th century as a penny lodging and bar serving the population of Port Royal including the british sailors and soldiers stationed at Fort Charles. During the last century it was managed by a chinese family who remained in control until Hurricane Charlie destroyed the building in 1951. The sloped platform upstairs bears testimony to the lasting effect of the earthquake of 1907. Restored by the Port Royal Brotherhood on 27th MAY 2008.
Built in the 18th century as a penny lodging and bar serving the population of Port Royal including the british sailors and soldiers stationed at Fort Charles. During the last century it was managed by a chinese family who remained in control until Hurricane Charlie destroyed the building in 1951. The sloped platform upstairs bears testimony to the lasting effect of the earthquake of 1907. Restored by the Port Royal Brotherhood on 27th MAY 2008
Erected 2008 by Port Royal Brotherhood.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Disasters • Man-Made Features. A significant historical date for this entry is May 27, 2008.
Location. 17° 56.297′ N, 76° 50.452′ W. Marker is in Port Royal, Kingston Parish. Marker is on Norman Manley Highway close to Cagway Road, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Touch for directions.
Photographed By J. Makali Bruton, November 22, 2015
2. 'Ye Olde Parade Bar' Marker
Photographed By J. Makali Bruton, November 22, 2015
3. The Evon Clarke Building additional marker
This additional marker on the far right of the building reads:
'Ye Olde Parade Bar' Renamed The Evon Clarke Building In recognition of the sterling contribution of Commander Evon 'Scotty' Clarke, One of Port Royal's finest sons and a driving force behind the restoration of this historic building. He has served his country with commendable distinction as KSAC Councillor, Director of Port Royal Brotherhood and contingent Commander of the JDF U.N. troops in Haiti. A recipient of the United Nations Medal, the United States Army Achievement Medal and the Meritorious Service Medal of Jamaica. This plaque was unveiled by Rear Admiral Hardly Lewin CD, JP on 27th MAY 2008
Credits. This page was last revised on February 12, 2022. It was originally submitted on January 27, 2016, by J. Makali Bruton of Accra, Ghana. This page has been viewed 553 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on January 27, 2016, by J. Makali Bruton of Accra, Ghana.